Howard Family Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 36-7041179
Foundation Overview
Based in Chicago, IL, Howard Family Foundation has awarded 169 grants totaling $3,173,000 to organizations in Massachusetts, New York and 5 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $3,000 to $70,000, with a median award of $15,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
4 of 24 recipients (17%) were new grantees. Foundation strongly favors organizations with proven track records. New partnerships develop slowly over time.
Geographic Focus
54% of grants are awarded in Illinois, with additional funding distributed across 6 other locations. The foundation balances regional focus with broader geographic diversity. Within Illinois, funding concentrates in Chicago (71%), Evanston (9%), Wilmette (9%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 62% growth in annual giving over 7 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Highly focused on general purposes with 100% of funding dedicated to this sector. This specialization indicates deep expertise and committed investment in the field.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Howard Family Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smith College Gift Accounting Office | $30,000 | Northampton, MA, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| New York Public Library | $30,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| World Monuments Fund Inc | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Central Park Conservancy | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| City Harvest Inc | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| God's Love We Delivery Inc | $3,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Riverside Park Conservancy | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Citymeals On Wheels | $4,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Municipal Art Society Of New York | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $5,000 | Jacksonville, FL, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Juvenille Diabetes Research Foundation | $20,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Loyola University Of Chicago Gift | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Roycemore School | $25,000 | Evanston, IL, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Loyola Academy | $50,000 | Wilmette, IL, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Center Of Concern | $5,000 | Des Plaines, IL, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Chicago Maritime Museum | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Judd Goldman Adaptive Sailing Foundation | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Epic | $5,000 | Peoria, IL, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Columbia Saling School | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Women For Women International | $25,000 | Central Islip, NY, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Samaritan's Purse | $10,000 | Boone, NC, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Elbow Reef Foundation | $50,000 | Erlanger, KY, US | General Purpose | 2023 |
| Smith College Gift Accounting Office | $25,000 | Northampton, MA, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| New York Public Library | $30,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| World Monuments Fund Inc | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Central Park Conservancy | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| God's Love We Delivery Inc | $3,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Riverside Park Conservancy | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Citymeals On Wheels | $3,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Municipal Art Society Of New York | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $5,000 | Jacksonville, FL, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation | $20,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Loyola University Of Chicago Gift | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Roycemore School | $30,000 | Evanston, IL, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Loyola Academy | $25,000 | Wilmette, IL, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | $40,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Center Of Concern | $5,000 | Des Plaines, IL, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Chicago Maritime Museum | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Judd Goldman Adaptive Sailing Foundati | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Columbia Sailing School | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Women For Women International | $30,000 | Central Islip, NY, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Samaritan's Purse | $10,000 | Boone, NC, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Elbow Reef Foundation | $50,000 | Erlanger, KY, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Smith College Gift Accounting Office | $25,000 | Northampton, MA, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| New York Public Library | $30,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| World Monuments Fund Inc | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Central Park Conservancy | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| God's Love We Delivery Inc | $3,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Riverside Park Conservancy | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Citymeals On Wheels | $3,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Municipal Art Society Of New York | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $5,000 | Jacksonville, FL, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation | $20,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Loyola University Of Chicago Gift | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Roycemore School | $30,000 | Evanston, IL, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Loyola Academy | $25,000 | Wilmette, IL, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | $40,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Center Of Concern | $5,000 | Des Plaines, IL, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Chicago Maritime Museum | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Judd Goldman Adaptive Sailing Foundati | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Columbia Sailing School | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Women For Women International | $30,000 | Central Islip, NY, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Samaritan's Purse | $10,000 | Boone, NC, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Elbow Reef Foundation | $50,000 | Erlanger, KY, US | General Purpose | 2022 |
| Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Internationa | $20,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2021 |
| Judd Goldman Adaptive Sailing Foundation | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2021 |
| Smith College | $25,000 | Northampton, MA, US | General Purpose | 2021 |
| Riverside Park Conservancy | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2021 |
| Women For Women International | $30,000 | Washington, DC, US | General Purpose | 2021 |
| City Harvest | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2021 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2021 |
| Center Of Concern | $5,000 | Park Ridge, IL, US | General Purpose | 2021 |
| Central Park Conservancy | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2021 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | $15,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2021 |
| Loyola Academy | $25,000 | Wilmette, IL, US | General Purpose | 2021 |
| New York Public Library | $30,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2021 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2021 |
| Chicago Maritime Museum | $20,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2021 |
| Columbia Sailing School | $30,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2021 |
| Roycemore School | $20,000 | Evanston, IL, US | General Purpose | 2021 |
| Citymeals On Wheels | $3,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2021 |
| God's Love We Deliver | $3,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2021 |
| Samaritan's Purse | $10,000 | Boone, NC, US | General Purpose | 2021 |
| Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Internationa | $20,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2020 |
| Judd Goldman Adaptive Sailing Foundation | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2020 |
| Smith College | $25,000 | Northampton, MA, US | General Purpose | 2020 |
| Riverside Park Conservancy | $15,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2020 |
| Women For Women International | $30,000 | Washington, DC, US | General Purpose | 2020 |
| City Harvest | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2020 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2020 |
| Center Of Concern | $5,000 | Park Ridge, IL, US | General Purpose | 2020 |
| Central Park Conservancy | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2020 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2020 |
| Loyola Academy | $25,000 | Wilmette, IL, US | General Purpose | 2020 |
| New York Public Library | $30,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2020 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $7,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2020 |
| Chicago Maritime Museum | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2020 |
| Columbia Sailing School | $30,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2020 |
| Roycemore School | $20,000 | Evanston, IL, US | General Purpose | 2020 |
| Citymeals On Wheels | $3,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2020 |
| God's Love We Deliver | $3,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2020 |
| Samaritan's Purse | $10,000 | Boone, NC, US | General Purpose | 2020 |
| Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Internationa | $30,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2018 |
| Judd Goldman Adaptive Sailing Foundation | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2018 |
| Smith College | $25,000 | Northampton, MA, US | General Purpose | 2018 |
| Riverside Park Conservancy | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2018 |
| Women For Women International | $30,000 | Washington, DC, US | General Purpose | 2018 |
| City Harvest | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2018 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2018 |
| Center Of Concern | $10,000 | Park Ridge, IL, US | General Purpose | 2018 |
| Central Park Conservancy | $20,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2018 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | $15,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2018 |
| Loyola Academy | $20,000 | Wilmette, IL, US | General Purpose | 2018 |
| Mercy Home For Boys And Girls | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2018 |
| New York Public Library | $30,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2018 |
| Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation | $10,000 | Asheville, NC, US | General Purpose | 2018 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2018 |
| Chicago Maritime Museum | $15,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2018 |
| Columbia Sailing School | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2018 |
| Roycemore School | $20,000 | Evanston, IL, US | General Purpose | 2018 |
| Chicago Foundation For Women | $30,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2018 |
| Inner-city Scholarship Fund | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2018 |
| Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Internationa | $30,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2017 |
| Judd Goldman Adaptive Sailing Foundation | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2017 |
| Smith College | $20,000 | Northampton, MA, US | General Purpose | 2017 |
| Riverside Park Conservancy | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2017 |
| Women For Women International | $30,000 | Washington, DC, US | General Purpose | 2017 |
| City Harvest | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2017 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2017 |
| Chicago Area Council Boy Scouts | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2017 |
| Center Of Concern | $5,000 | Park Ridge, IL, US | General Purpose | 2017 |
| Central Park Conservancy | $15,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2017 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2017 |
| Loyola Academy | $10,000 | Wilmette, IL, US | General Purpose | 2017 |
| Mercy Home For Boys And Girls | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2017 |
| New York Public Library | $25,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2017 |
| Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation | $10,000 | Asheville, NC, US | General Purpose | 2017 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2017 |
| Chicago Maritime Museum | $15,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2017 |
| Columbia Sailing School | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2017 |
| Roycemore School | $20,000 | Evanston, IL, US | General Purpose | 2017 |
| Chicago Foundation For Women | $70,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2017 |
| Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Internationa | $25,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
| Chicago Botanic Garden | $20,000 | Glencoe, IL, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
| Lyric Opera Center For American Artists | $50,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
| Sheil Center | $5,000 | Evanston, IL, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
| Holy Cross Ihm Church | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
| Judd Goldman Adaptive Sailing Foundation | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
| Cenacle Covenant Inc | $20,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
| Smith College | $15,000 | Northampton, MA, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
| Riverside Park Conservancy | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
| Women For Women International | $25,000 | Washington, DC, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
| City Harvest | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | $35,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
| Chicago Area Council Boy Scouts | $3,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
| Center Of Concern | $5,000 | Park Ridge, IL, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
| Central Park Conservancy | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | $10,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
| Inner-city Scholarship Fund | $15,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
| Loyola Academy | $5,000 | Wilmette, IL, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
| Mercy Home For Boys And Girls | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
| New York Public Library | $15,000 | New York, NY, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
| Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation | $8,000 | Asheville, NC, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | $4,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
| Chicago Maritime Museum | $5,000 | Chicago, IL, US | General Purpose | 2016 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 36-7041179 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 181 W MADISON STREET FLOOR 35 Chicago, IL 60602-4510 |
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Forms 990-PF
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