The Corwith Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Corwith Fund is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $163,500 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $35,000. 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$163,500
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$17.6 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $159,750 the year before.
17% 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 | $159,750 | 42 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $163,500 | 35 | $17.6 million |
How to apply
The Corwith Fund 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 The Corwith Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 19 | $90,500 |
| Florida | 6 | $56,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $6,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $2,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $1,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Naples Zoo | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $35,000 |
| Advocate Charitable Foundation | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $25,000 |
| Citizens for Conservation | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $25,000 |
| NCH Health Foundation | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $7,500 |
| The HAP Foundation | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $7,500 |
| Barrington Area Conservation Trust | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $5,000 |
| Barrington Youth & Family Services | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $5,000 |
| Conservancy of Southwest Florida | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $5,000 |
| National Park Foundation | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $5,000 |
| Neighborhood Health Clinic | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $5,000 |
| Woman's Board of Rush University Medical Center | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $5,000 |
| Barrington Area Community Foundation | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $2,500 |
| Canine Companions | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $2,500 |
| Naples Historical Society | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $2,500 |
| Rush University | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $2,500 |
| Yale University | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $2,500 |
| Barrington Giving Day | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $2,000 |
| Barrington Area Council on Aging | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $1,500 |
| The Wetlands Initiative | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $1,500 |
| Amazon Conservation Team | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $1,000 |
| American Cancer Society | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $1,000 |
| Barrington District 220 Educational Foundation | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $1,000 |
| Barrington History Museum | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $1,000 |
| Chicago Commons Association | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $1,000 |
| Chicago History Museum | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $1,000 |
| Cuba Cares Fund | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $1,000 |
| Kellogg School of Management | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $1,000 |
| Life Flight Foundation | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $1,000 |
| National Trust for Historic Preservaation | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $1,000 |
| Naples Yacht Club Blue Gavel Scholarship Fund | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $1,000 |
| Preservation Foundation of Lake County | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $1,000 |
| Student Conservation Association | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $1,000 |
| The Conservation Foundation | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $1,000 |
| The Trust for Public Land | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $1,000 |
| Trout Unlimited | UnrestrictedGeneral Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jonathan C Hamill
- Nancy H Hamill
- Susan CH Simmers
- Kimberly CH Dietz
Questions people ask
Does The Corwith Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Corwith Fund give?
$163,500 in tax year 2024, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Corwith Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Jonathan C Hamill (Trustee), Nancy H Hamill (Trustee), Susan CH Simmers (Trustee) and Kimberly CH Dietz (Trustee).
What does The Corwith Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, animals and health.