Calico Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 87-3528508 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$195K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$30,000
Total assets$130K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $50,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
33% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Chicago, IL | To end hunger for food in the chicagoland area | $50,000 |
| Open Books Ltd | Chicago, IL | To transform lives through reading, writing, and the giving power of books | $50,000 |
| Williamson Medical Center Foundation | Franklin, TN | To improve the quality of patient care all locations | $50,000 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | Chicago, IL | To increase the number of infants and children who have access to high quality physical, emotional, social and intellectual experiences. | $30,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Chicago, IL | To end hunger for food in the chicagoland area | $10,000 |
| Kid Power Inc | Washington, DC | To strengthen the voice of local children | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $195,000 | 6 |
| 2023 | $196,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513169349102411
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 87-3528508
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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