Whirled Peas Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Whirled Peas Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Evanston, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $799,500 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $305,000. 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$799,500
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$305,000
- Assets$13,264
How to apply
Whirled Peas 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 Whirled Peas Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 23 | $722,500 |
| Oregon | 2 | $37,000 |
| California | 1 | $30,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Music Theater Works | General fund raising | $305,000 |
| Evanston Animal Shelter Assn | General fund raising | $100,000 |
| Evanston YWCA | General fund raising | $100,000 |
| Evanston Rebuilding Warehouse (Erw) | General fund raising | $75,000 |
| Curt's Cafe | General fund raising | $50,000 |
| Fuse Theater Ensemble | General fund raising | $34,000 |
| Stand Tall International | General fund raising | $30,000 |
| The Wasteshed Match Fund | General fund raising | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Illinois | General fund raising | $15,000 |
| Evanston Pride | General fund raising | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | General fund raising | $10,000 |
| Chicago Abortion Fund | General fund raising | $5,000 |
| Chicago Foundation for Women | General fund raising | $5,000 |
| Evanston Scholars | General fund raising | $5,000 |
| Season of Concern Chicago | General fund raising | $5,000 |
| Trevor Project | General fund raising | $5,000 |
| Compassion & Choices | General fund raising | $3,000 |
| Evanston Community Foundation | General fund raising | $3,000 |
| Girls Play Sports | General fund raising | $2,500 |
| Forever Fortunate Felines | General fund raising | $2,000 |
| Jewish United Fund | General fund raising | $2,000 |
| Moran Center | General fund raising | $2,000 |
| The Skylight Foundation | General fund raising | $2,000 |
| Bronzeville Histories Institute | General fund raising | $1,000 |
| Evanston Present and Future | General fund raising | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Chicago | General fund raising | $1,000 |
| Sain Rescue | General fund raising | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dana Pearl
- Bambi Bellows Soderblom
- Drina Nikola
Questions people ask
Does Whirled Peas Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Whirled Peas Foundation Inc give?
$799,500 in tax year 2024, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Whirled Peas Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Dana Pearl (President), Bambi Bellows Soderblom (Director) and Drina Nikola (Director).
What does Whirled Peas Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.