Stephen N and Ann S Potter Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 36-7726875 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$144K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$4.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $10,000.
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
25% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke University | Durham, NC | General support | $55,000 |
| Kellogg School of Management | Evanston, IL | General support | $35,000 |
| Il Chapter of the Nature Conservancy | Chicago, IL | General support | $10,000 |
| American School in London Foundation | Princeton, NJ | General support | $10,000 |
| Kenilworth Community Fund | Kenilworth, IL | General support | $10,000 |
| Japan American Society of Chicago | Chicago, IL | General support | $5,000 |
| Solti Foundation US | Chicago, IL | General support | $5,000 |
| The Woman's Board - Rush Univ Medical Center | Chicago, IL | General support | $5,000 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | Chicago, IL | General support | $4,500 |
| Greenlight Fund | Boston, MA | General support | $2,000 |
| Chicago Council on Global Affairs | Chicago, IL | General support | $1,000 |
| Lincoln Park Conservancy | Chicago, IL | General support | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $143,500 | 12 |
| 2023 | $133,500 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 10, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202542839349100909
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-7726875
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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