Sumac Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sumac Foundation is a private foundation in Oak Park, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $414,500 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $59,500. 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$414,500
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$59,500
- Assets$9.2 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2024 was up from $375,000 the year before.
18% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $375,000 | 15 | $8.6 million |
| 2024 | $414,500 | 17 | $9.2 million |
How to apply
Sumac 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 Sumac Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 9 | $175,000 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $114,500 |
| California | 1 | $40,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $40,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gala Film Festival | General | $59,500 |
| Casa Central | General | $45,000 |
| Mexican American Legal Defense | General | $40,000 |
| Second Story Youth Services and Saf | General | $40,000 |
| Resurrection Project | General | $35,000 |
| Erie Neighborhood House | General | $35,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | General | $30,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General | $25,000 |
| Global Refuge | General | $20,000 |
| Beyond Hunger | General | $15,000 |
| Casa Catalina Food Pantry | General | $15,000 |
| Northbrook Food Pantry | General | $15,000 |
| Bread for City | General | $15,000 |
| Capital Area Immigrants Right | General | $10,000 |
| Sarah's Inn | General | $5,000 |
| Moraine Township Charitable T | General | $5,000 |
| Oak Park Homeless Coalition | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William A Freebairn
- Kenneth T Freebairn
- Elizabeth Freebairn
Questions people ask
Does Sumac Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sumac Foundation give?
$414,500 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Sumac Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William A Freebairn (Trustee), Kenneth T Freebairn (Trustee) and Elizabeth Freebairn (Trustee).
What does Sumac Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger and international.