The Winthrop Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Winthrop Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $50,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $1,750 and the largest $15,000. 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$50,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$1,750
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$896,469
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was up from $48,000 the year before.
10% 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 | $54,000 | 20 | $785,835 |
| 2024 | $48,000 | 18 | $832,341 |
| 2025 | $50,000 | 20 | $896,469 |
How to apply
The Winthrop 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 Winthrop Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 9 | $13,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $9,500 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $5,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $3,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $2,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sound Future Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
| Denver Botanic Gardens | General support | $5,000 |
| M&m Area Community Foundation | General support | $3,000 |
| Crivitz Area Food Pantry | General support | $3,000 |
| International Crane Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
| Opportunity International | General support | $2,500 |
| Mullen High School | General support | $2,500 |
| Guild of the Chicago History Museum | General support | $2,000 |
| Evanston Community Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
| Ms Society Coloradowyoming | General support | $2,000 |
| Kenilworth Union Church | General support | $1,500 |
| Antiquarian Society | General support | $1,000 |
| North Shore Country Day School | General support | $1,000 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | General support | $1,000 |
| Storycathers Theatre | General support | $1,000 |
| Historic Preservation Fndn Fortnightly | General support | $1,000 |
| Center for Independent Futures | General support | $1,000 |
| Boca Grande Health Clinic Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Friends of Boca Grande | General support | $1,000 |
| St Andrew's Episcopal Church | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy K Robinson
Questions people ask
Does The Winthrop Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Winthrop Foundation give?
$50,000 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $1,750.
Who runs The Winthrop Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Nancy K Robinson (Trustee).
What does The Winthrop Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, community development and international.