Stephen N and Ann S Potter Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Stephen N and Ann S Potter Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $143,500 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $55,000. 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$143,500
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2024 was up from $133,500 the year before.
58% 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 | $133,500 | 9 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $143,500 | 12 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
Stephen N and Ann S Potter 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.
What Stephen N and Ann S Potter Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 9 | $76,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $55,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Duke University | General support | $55,000 |
| Kellogg School of Management | General support | $35,000 |
| Il Chapter of the Nature Conservancy | General support | $10,000 |
| American School in London Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Kenilworth Community Fund | General support | $10,000 |
| Japan American Society of Chicago | General support | $5,000 |
| Solti Foundation US | General support | $5,000 |
| The Woman's Board - Rush Univ Medical Center | General support | $5,000 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | General support | $4,500 |
| Greenlight Fund | General support | $2,000 |
| Chicago Council on Global Affairs | General support | $1,000 |
| Lincoln Park Conservancy | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Northern Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does Stephen N and Ann S Potter Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stephen N and Ann S Potter Family Foundation give?
$143,500 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Stephen N and Ann S Potter Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Northern Trust Company (Trustee).
What does Stephen N and Ann S Potter Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.