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Est.

1890

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantseeker

AI Summary

Chicago Horticultural Society operates the Chicago Botanic Garden in Cook County, Illinois, advancing the mission to “cultivate the power of plants to sustain and enrich life.” For filing year 2024, it reported an operating budget of $73.4M and total revenue of $68.1M, with major support from THE NEGAUNEE FOUNDATION, The Chicago Community Trust, and ROGER AND SUSAN STONE FAMILY FOUNDATION C/O SUSAN STONE.

Mission Statement

The Chicago Botanic Garden's mission: We cultivate the power of plants to sustain and enrich life. The Chicago Horticultural Society operates the Chicago Botanic Garden on land owned by the Forest Preserve District of Cook County.
Revenues
$68.1M
Expenses
$73.4M
Net Income:
-$5.2M
Assets
$359.1M
Liabilities
$65.3M
Net Assets:
+$293.8M
Operating Budget
$73.4M
Operating Budget by Year

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Total No. of Grants
54
Median grant size
$14.2K
Largest grant received
$2.2M
J
Jean Franczyk
Board Member
M
Maria Smithburg
Board Member
G
Gregory K Jones
Board Member
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chicago Horticultural Society’s budget?
In 2024, Chicago Horticultural Society reported an annual operating budget of around $73.4 million. More detailed financial information is available to registered users.
What causes does Chicago Horticultural Society support?
Chicago Horticultural Society supports work in Gardening and Botanical gardens.
Where does Chicago Horticultural Society operate?
Chicago Horticultural Society is headquartered in Glencoe, IL.
Who funded Chicago Horticultural Society recently?
In 2025, Chicago Horticultural Society received grants from CHARITIES AID FOUNDATION AMERICA, AMERICAN ONLINE GIVING FOUNDATION INC, and UNITED WAY OF METROPOLITAN CHICAGO INC. More information on this organization’s funders is available to registered users.
What is the largest grant Chicago Horticultural Society received in 2024?
The largest grant to Chicago Horticultural Society in 2024 exceeds $2.2 million.
What is Chicago Horticultural Society’s reliance on government grants?
Chicago Horticultural Society relied on government grants for more than 15% of their total revenue in 2024.