Getting to Know the J. Christopher and Anne N. Reyes Foundation’s Philanthropy in Chicago

Getting to Know the J. Christopher and Anne N. Reyes Foundation’s Philanthropy in Chicago

Although the J. Christopher and Anne N. Reyes Foundation is headquartered in Florida, this funder focuses much of its grantmaking on the city of Chicago. Here are the top things to know about its Chicago-area giving.

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A Look at the Giving Circles and Councils of the Chicago Foundation for Women

A Look at the Giving Circles and Councils of the Chicago Foundation for Women

The Chicago Foundation for Women has three giving circles and three giving councils. In this article, we’re taking a close look at all of them to guide Chicago grantseekers.

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A Quick Look at an Anti-Poverty Funder Focused on Chicago

A Quick Look at an Anti-Poverty Funder Focused on Chicago

While Alex Ross’s New Coast Foundation does not have a website and maintains a low public profile, here is what we know about this funder and how it gives locally in Chicago.

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What the Negaunee Foundation Prioritizes in Chicago

What the Negaunee Foundation Prioritizes in Chicago

The Colburn family are frequent donors to the arts, among other causes. Here’s an overview of how their philanthropic vehicle, the Negaunee Foundation, gives locally in Chicago.

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A Look at the McIntosh Foundation’s Chicago-Area Giving

A Look at the McIntosh Foundation’s Chicago-Area Giving

The family foundation of investment banker William A. McIntosh centers its giving on the Chicago area. Interests are varied, but include the arts, education and human services, often with a Catholic bent.

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How Does the Sinha Kikeri Foundation Give in Chicago?

How Does the Sinha Kikeri Foundation Give in Chicago?

The Sinha Kikeri Foundation channels the wealth of Prabha and Anita Sinha, who made their money through the professional services firm ZS. Here’s what we know so far about this low-key funder’s Chicago commitments.

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Three Ways the Illinois Tool Works Foundation Approaches Local Giving

Three Ways the Illinois Tool Works Foundation Approaches Local Giving

Here are three ways that Illinois Tool Works’ charitable foundation approaches grantmaking where the company’s employees live and work in the Greater Chicago area.

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