Arie And Ida Crown Memorial
Crown Family Philanthropies is the family foundation that continues the grantmaking legacy of Arie and Ida Crown Memorial; the site describes the organization's mission, program areas (education, environment, global health, gun violence prevention, etc.), and Chicago office. The site identifies that Arie and Ida Crown Memorial evolved into Crown Family Philanthropies and lists staff and contact details.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Established nonprofits with program- or operating-grant needs, especially organizations in Illinois or in the foundation's stated program areas (education, Jewish community support, youth development, environment, health, etc.).
Good Fit
- • 501(c)(3) organizations requesting program or general operating support
- • Organizations based in Illinois or with substantive Illinois programming
- • Projects aligned with education, Jewish community services, youth development, environment, or health
- • Capacity to manage mid-size to large grants and demonstrate measurable impact
Geography
Observed grants in the latest year reached 32 states, indicating a multi-state footprint, but Illinois dominates funding with 55% of dollars.
Recipient Variety
The latest year funded 634 distinct recipients across 894 grants, with low dollar concentration (top five only ~9%) and substantial returning and new grantees.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of applicant access exists: a public website with application information, a listed phone number and mailing address, and about 163 new recipients in the latest year, so unfamiliar applicants appear plausibly able to join the portfolio.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
