The Orbit Fund
Historical FunderChicago, Illinois · EIN 36-7086541 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | MELISSA WEBER JAY DANDY |
|---|---|
| Address | 4801 S WOODLAWN AVENUE, CHICAGO IL 60615 |
| Phone | 7733847686 |
| Form and materials | REQUESTS SHOULD INCLUDE A CONFIRMATION OF THE ORGANIZATION'S 501(C)(3)STATUS, BACKGROUND INFORMATION AND/OR AN ANNUAL REPORT, AMOUNT REQUESTED FOR A GRANT, DESCRIPTION OF HOW FUNDS WILL BE USED TO BENEFIT PROJECTS RELATING TO ART AND/OR ART EDUCATION. |
| Deadlines | THERE ARE NO SUBMISSION DEADLINES |
| Restrictions | ORBIT WILL ONLY CONSIDER REQUESTS FOR FUNDING ART AND ART EDUCATION PROGRAMS (WITH A SPECIAL INTEREST IN CHILDREN'S ART PROGRAM). GEOGRAPHICAL RESTRICTIONS: FUNDING FOR PROGRAMS IN THE UNITED STATES, THEREFORE, NO INTERNATIONAL REQUESTS. |
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
25% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Renaissance Society | Chicago, IL | Exempt purpose of organization, general unrestricted | $2,500 |
| The Pruno Fund | Chicago, IL | Exempt purpose of organization, general unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Society for Contemporary Art | Chicago, IL | Exempt purpose of organization, general unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Latitude | Chicago, IL | Exempt purpose of organization, general unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Acre Projects | Chicago, IL | Exempt purpose of organization, general unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Primary Information | Brooklyn, NY | Exempt purpose of organization, general unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Westside Foundation | Omaha, NE | Exempt purpose of organization, general unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Elmhurst Art College | Elmhurst, IL | Exempt purpose of organization, general unrestricted | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12,500 | 8 |
| 2023 | $12,000 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Apr 30, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631209349100438
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-7086541
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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