Steans Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Steans Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $41.3 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $20.6 million and the largest $21.9 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$41.3 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$20.6 million
- Largest grant$21.9 million
- Assets$440 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $25.6 million the year before.
50% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $25.6 million | 2 | $508 million |
| 2024 | $41.3 million | 2 | $440 million |
How to apply
Steans Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2 | $41.3 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grants- See Attached List | General support | $21.9 million |
| Nlis Fillmore Center | General support | $19.4 million |
Officers and trustees
- Heather Steans
- Robin Steans
- Jennifer Steans
- James Kastenholz
- Leo Smith
- Leonard Gail
- Patricia Ford
Questions people ask
Does Steans Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Steans Family Foundation give?
$41.3 million in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $20.6 million.
Who runs Steans Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Heather Steans (President), Robin Steans (Vice President/Secretary), Jennifer Steans (Treasurer) and James Kastenholz (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.