Chicago Zoological Society
Grantmaking foundation in Brookfield, Illinois · EIN 36-2167016
- Illinois
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations in Illinois
- Total giving
- $250KTax year 2026
- Total assets
- $330MLatest reported
- Latest IRS filing
- 2026Form 990 / 990-PF
Mission
To inspire conservation leadership by connecting people with wildlife and nature.
Giving by year
Totals by tax year, rounded to two significant figures. Years without a reported total show the sum of grants itemized on the filing.
Top recipients
| Recipient | Amount | Tax year |
|---|---|---|
| Pangolin Conseravtion and Research Foundation | $17K | 2024 |
| The Biodiversity Group | $6.5K | 2024 |
Amounts are rounded. The full grantee list is available with a free account.
Website: www.brookfieldzoo.org
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Source: IRS Form 990 and 990-PF filings, tax year 2026. Also see this organization on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer.