Also known as: Knowles Foundation
Based on their 2023 IRS Form 990-PF filing (EIN 366051968) — historical reported giving, not an open application portal.
Compiled from public IRS Form 990-PF Part XV filings. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation.
In its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF filing, The Knowles Foundation reported 24 grants totaling $1,452,500 to 19 organizations, most often for general operating support. Its largest reported grant was $187,500 to Merit School of Music.
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| Recipient | Location | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Merit School of Music | CHICAGO, IL | $287,500 |
| Ray Graham Association | Lisle, IL | $150,000 |
| Gigi's Playhouse Inc | HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL | $100,000 |
| Lyric Opera of Chicago | CHICAGO, IL | $100,000 |
| Chicago Architecture Center | CHICAGO, IL | $75,000 |
| Elmhurst Memorial Hospital | ELMHURST, IL | $75,000 |
| Foundation for Hearing and Speech Research | CHICAGO, IL | $75,000 |
| Friends of the Chicago River | CHICAGO, IL | $75,000 |
| Loyola University Medical Center | MAYHOOD, IL | $75,000 |
| Adler Planetarium | CHICAGO, IL | $70,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL | $50,000 |
| Hinsdale Junior Womans Club | HINSDALE, IL | $50,000 |
| Museum of Science and Industry | CHICAGO, IL | $50,000 |
| Shedd Aquarium Society | CHICAGO, IL | $50,000 |
| Shirley Ryan Ability LAB | CHICAGO, IL | $50,000 |
| The Field Museum | CHICAGO, IL | $50,000 |
| Alliance for the Great Lakes | CHICAGO, IL | $30,000 |
| Lincoln Park ZOO | CHICAGO, IL | $30,000 |
| Northwestern University | EVANSTON, IL | $10,000 |
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Source: this foundation’s own public IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023 — Part XV (grants paid). Figures are as reported by the foundation for a single filing year and reflect historical giving, not a current application opportunity. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation. Always confirm details with the funder before applying.
