The Heestand Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Heestand Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $84,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$84,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $74,081 the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $59,500 | 21 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $74,081 | 24 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $84,000 | 24 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
The Heestand Foundation Inc 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 Heestand Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 15 | $48,500 |
| California | 3 | $21,500 |
| New York | 3 | $6,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $2,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,500 |
| Utah | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| LaJolla Cat Lounge | To support rescue animals. | $10,000 |
| LaJolla Music Society | Supporting the arts. | $9,000 |
| Lyric Opera of Chicago | For annual fund (unrestricted) | $8,500 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | For cso gm annual fund (unrestricted) | $7,500 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | General Operating Support. | $3,500 |
| Fourth Presbyterian Church | To support the church. | $3,000 |
| Brooklyn Botanic Garden | Care for bbg gardens and collections, education and information services | $3,000 |
| Newbury Library | For the annual fund. | $2,500 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | For annual fund (unrestricted) | $2,500 |
| Chicago Shakespeare Theatre | To support students, teachers, arts partners, and audiences the opportunity to experience live theatre. | $2,500 |
| Anti Cruelity Society | Helping pets find homes & veterinary care. | $2,500 |
| Joffrey Ballet of Chicago | To support the arts. | $2,500 |
| Doctors Without Borders | For emergeny medical aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural and man-made disasters and exclusion from health care | $2,500 |
| California Community Foundation | For the wildfire recovery fund. | $2,500 |
| Madonna Mission | For education and resettlement support for refugees | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood | To provide vital reproductive health care, sex education and information | $2,500 |
| Contextos | Foster critical thinking reflection and healing, deepen impact, expand programming and provide support to participants | $2,500 |
| Chicago History Museum | Guild annual appeal | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio | To provide vital reproductive health care, sex education and information | $2,500 |
| Artists in Public Schools | Creating opportunities for artists in Chicago public schools. | $2,500 |
| Chicago Opera Theatre | To support the opera for all program. | $2,500 |
| Combat Wounded Veterans Challenge | Supporting veterans | $2,500 |
| Youth Guidance | To provide assistance to at risk youth | $1,000 |
| Bowery Mission | To provide nourishing meals, safe shelter, and life-changing programs. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia H Heestand
- Alexandra N Heestand
- Anne Heestand
Questions people ask
Does The Heestand Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Heestand Foundation Inc give?
$84,000 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Heestand Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Patricia H Heestand (Dir/Pres/Tr), Alexandra N Heestand (Dir/Sec) and Anne Heestand (Director).
What does The Heestand Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and animals.