Shedd Aquarium Society
Grantmaking foundation in Chicago, Illinois · EIN 36-2167918
- Illinois
- Chicago
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations in Illinois
- Total giving
- $520KTax year 2024
- Total assets
- $780MLatest reported
- Latest IRS filing
- 2024Form 990 / 990-PF
Mission
Shedd Aquarium's mission is to spark compassion, curiosity and conservation for the aquatic animal world. This is driven by the organization's vision of a world thriving with aquatic life sustained by people who love, understand and protect it.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| National Marine Mammal Foundation | $10K | 2022 |
| National Marine Sanctuary Foundation | $6.4K | 2022 |
Amounts are rounded. The full grantee list is available with a free account.
Website: www.sheddaquarium.org
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Source: IRS Form 990 and 990-PF filings, tax year 2024. Also see this organization on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer.