Warwick Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Warwick Foundation is a private foundation in Northfield, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $524,250 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $205,000. 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$524,250
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$205,000
- Assets$13.7 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was up from $503,500 the year before.
19% of its 2025 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 | $344,540 | 37 | $8.2 million |
| 2024 | $503,500 | 30 | $10.7 million |
| 2025 | $524,250 | 31 | $13.7 million |
How to apply
Warwick 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 Warwick Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 10 | $320,000 |
| Illinois | 8 | $110,000 |
| Wisconsin | 6 | $63,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $15,000 |
| New York | 2 | $11,250 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
| California | 1 | $1,250 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vero Beach Art Museum | General funds | $205,000 |
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | General funds | $30,000 |
| John's Island Foundation | General funds | $25,000 |
| Kenilworth Union Church | General funds | $25,000 |
| Riverside Theatre | General funds | $25,000 |
| Chicago Botanic Garden | General funds | $20,000 |
| Geneva Foundation Presty | General funds | $15,000 |
| Indian Hill Scholarship Foundation | General funds | $15,000 |
| Indian River Land Trust | General funds | $15,000 |
| John's Island Community Service League | General funds | $15,000 |
| McKee Botanical Garden | General funds | $15,000 |
| Michigan Shores Foundation | General funds | $15,000 |
| Bay Area Medical Center | General funds | $10,000 |
| Indian River Medical Foundation | General funds | $10,000 |
| Nantucket Conservation Foundation | General funds | $10,000 |
| Twin Bridges Rescue Squad | General funds | $10,000 |
| Brian Up | General funds | $10,000 |
| Lymphoma Research Foundation | General funds | $10,000 |
| Chicago Shakespeare Theatre | General funds | $5,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic | General funds | $5,000 |
| Doreen Chapman Center | General funds | $5,000 |
| Edgewood High School | General funds | $5,000 |
| Stephenson Fire Department | General funds | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts General Hospital | General funds | $5,000 |
| Middle Inlet Fire Dept | General funds | $3,000 |
| Cheetah Conservation | General funds | $2,500 |
| Marie Selby Botanic Garden | General funds | $2,500 |
| Mote Marine Laboratory | General funds | $2,500 |
| Physicians for Reproductive Health | General funds | $1,250 |
| Friends of Megan Adom | General funds | $1,250 |
| Simon Wiusenthal Center | General funds | $1,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Constance T Patterson
- D Scott Patterson
- Elizabeth P Gifford
- Donald W Patterson
- Thomas B Patterson
- William T Patterson
Questions people ask
Does Warwick Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Warwick Foundation give?
$524,250 in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Warwick Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Constance T Patterson (Persident), D Scott Patterson (VP - Secretary), Elizabeth P Gifford (Director) and Donald W Patterson (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Warwick Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and education.