Deering Foundation
Historical FunderChicago, Illinois · EIN 36-6051876 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $30,000 and $200,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | SUSAN PATTOCK |
|---|---|
| Address | 410 NORTH MICHIGAN AVENUE, CHICAGO IL 60611 |
| Phone | 3126446720 |
| SPATTOCK@MIAMI-CORP.COM | |
| Form and materials | SEE STATEMENT |
| Deadlines | SEE STATEMENT |
| Restrictions | SEE STATEMENT |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gibbet Hill Foundation | Chicago, IL | Other | $200,000 |
| James D Danielson Foundation | Chicago, IL | Other | $200,000 |
| The Danielson Foundation | Chicago, IL | Other | $200,000 |
| Vizcaya Museum and Gardens Trust Inc - General Operating | Miami, FL | Arts and humanities | $115,000 |
| Northwestern University - Deering Library Fund | Evanston, IL | Educational | $115,000 |
| Deering Estate Foundation | Miami, FL | Other | $115,000 |
| National Audubon Society | Maitland, FL | Environmental | $30,000 |
| Art Institute of Chicago - Luminary | Chicago, IL | Arts and humanities | $25,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Chicago, IL | Social services | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,005,000 | 9 |
| 2023 | $1,005,000 | 9 |
| 2022 | $1,005,000 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Mar 4, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202640639349100119
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-6051876
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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