Patterson Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 47-2624221 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$272K
Organizations funded19
Typical grant$5,200
Total assets$6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 and $15,000.
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
42% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driftless Area Land Conservancy | Dodgeville, WI | Protection of farms, forests, savannas, prairies, waters and wetlands | $75,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Chicago, IL | Support to reduce food insecurity | $50,000 |
| The Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin | Madison, WI | Support to protect wisconsin's lands | $40,000 |
| Environmental Law and Policy Center | Chicago, IL | Support midwest driftless area | $25,000 |
| Rainforest Foundation US | Brooklyn, NY | Support indigenous communities protect their forests and their cultures | $15,000 |
| Old Growth Forest Network | Easton, MD | Support for the protection of old-growth native forests | $10,000 |
| Chicago Lights | Chicago, IL | Support for youth development and adult social services | $10,000 |
| Propublica | New York, NY | Support workers rights, healthcare, climate change, social justice | $10,000 |
| Economy Policy Institute | Washington, WA | Support for economic research and analysis of economic impact of policies and proposals. | $5,500 |
| Beat the Streets | Kinnelon, NJ | Support youth programs | $5,200 |
| Sarah's Inn | Oak Park, IL | Support for victims of domestic violence | $5,000 |
| Feeding America | Chicago, IL | Support to advance change in america by ensuring equitable access to nutritious food for all communities. | $5,000 |
| Face the Future | Chicago, IL | Support for patient care at the university of illinois craniofacial center | $5,000 |
| Ping | Oak Park, IL | Support for scholarships for music summer camp | $3,099 |
| Thrive Counseling Center | Oak Park, IL | Support accessible mental health care | $3,000 |
| Paws Chicago | Chicago, IL | Support for animal sheltering | $2,083 |
| Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans | Wheaton, IL | Support for housing and supportive services to help homeless and at-risk veterans and their families. | $1,055 |
| Repeat Boutique | Carol Stream, IL | Support for individuals and families in offering the clothing and household items for people of need. | $1,000 |
| Prairie Enthusiast | Viroqua, WI | Support for the perpetuation and recovery of the prairie. | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $271,937 | 19 |
| 2023 | $246,102 | 21 |
| 2022 | $149,922 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Mar 17, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202630769349100713
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-2624221
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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