The Tiny Tiger Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Tiny Tiger Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $370,400 in 36 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $27,500. 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$370,400
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$27,500
- Assets$12.3 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was down from $385,400 the year before.
8% 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 | $340,400 | 31 | $6.9 million |
| 2024 | $385,400 | 39 | $7.5 million |
| 2025 | $370,400 | 36 | $12.3 million |
How to apply
The Tiny Tiger 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 The Tiny Tiger Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 28 | $320,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $15,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 3 | $5,400 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| WGBH Educational Foundation | Unrestricted | $27,500 |
| Boston Arts Academy Foundation Inc | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Commonwealth Zoological Corporation | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Adventure Unlimited | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Chestnut Hill Benevolent Association | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| New England Aquarium Corporation | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Pine Street Inn Inc | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Vinfen's Gateway Arts | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| 826 Boston Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Boston Ballet Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Boston Casa | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Boston Partners in Education | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Boston Public Library Fund | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Central Square Theater Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Conservatory Lab Charter School Foundation Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Cradles to Crayons Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Farm and Wilderness Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Goddard House - Home for Aged Women | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Huntington Theatre Company Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts Project 351 | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| More Than Words Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Raw Artworks | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The First Church of Christ Scientist | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Principle Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Trustees of Reservations | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Literations | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Our Space Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Longyear Museum | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Cherishability | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Lyric Stage Company of Boston Inc | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Summer Search | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The Albert Baker Fund | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The Institute of Contemporary Art Inc | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | Unrestricted | $1,800 |
| Chicago History Museum | Unrestricted | $1,800 |
| Field Museum of Natural History | Unrestricted | $1,800 |
Officers and trustees
- Barbara W Field
- Katherine Field Stephen
- Thomas E Swaney
Questions people ask
Does The Tiny Tiger Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Tiny Tiger Foundation give?
$370,400 in tax year 2025, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Tiny Tiger Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Barbara W Field (President, Treas, Director), Katherine Field Stephen (Vice President, Asst. Sec.) and Thomas E Swaney (Secretary, Director).
What does The Tiny Tiger Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and animals.