The Potter's Clay Foundation
Invitation OnlyWinnetka, Illinois · EIN 36-7014358 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$170K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$2.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $25,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Night Ministry | Chicago, IL | Housing/Health care | $30,000 |
| Connections for the Homeless | Evanston, IL | Health care &educational svcs | $30,000 |
| Howard Brown Health Center | Chicago, IL | Health care & socialsrv for young | $25,000 |
| Greater Chic Food | Chicago, IL | Food distributionprogram | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Chicago, IL | Health care &educational sevcs | $25,000 |
| Opening Doors | Dubuque, IA | Emergencytransitional housing | $10,000 |
| Grand Avenue Club | Milwaukee, WI | Support services for adultsexpriencing mental illnessemploymenmt educ & enrichment | $10,000 |
| Open Communities | Evanstaon, IL | Program to supportfair housing | $10,000 |
| Kinship Community Foor Center | Milwaukee, WI | Serivce including food pantryindividuals & familystruggling with food insecurity | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $170,000 | 9 |
| 2024 | $165,000 | 8 |
| 2023 | $155,000 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 30, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601209349100325
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-7014358
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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