The van Dam Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The van Dam Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $350,181 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $226,349. 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$350,181
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$226,349
- Assets$5.2 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was up from $233,500 the year before.
20% 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 | $233,500 | 17 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $350,181 | 15 | $5.2 million |
How to apply
The van Dam Charitable 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 van Dam Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 13 | $339,181 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Timeline Theatre | General fund | $226,349 |
| Fourth Church | General fund | $40,804 |
| Landmarks Illinois | General fund | $25,000 |
| Deerfield Academy | General fund | $10,000 |
| Northwestern University | General fund | $10,000 |
| University of Chicago | General fund | $10,000 |
| University of Michigan | General fund | $10,000 |
| Auditorium Theatre | General fund | $5,000 |
| Chicago Parks Foundation | General fund | $2,510 |
| CCDS | General fund | $2,500 |
| Lpzoo | General fund | $2,500 |
| Wbez Chicago | General fund | $2,500 |
| Historic Preservation Fund of the Fortnightly | General fund | $1,500 |
| Breakthrough T1D | General fund | $1,000 |
| The Cradle | General fund | $518 |
Officers and trustees
- Anne Voshel
- Whitney Nudo
Questions people ask
Does The van Dam Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The van Dam Charitable Foundation give?
$350,181 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The van Dam Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Anne Voshel (Director) and Whitney Nudo (Director).
What does The van Dam Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.