Walder Foundation

Philanthropic Fundraising ServicesIllinois, United States11-50 Employees

Walder Foundation is a private family philanthropic organization based in Skokie, Illinois, focused on grantmaking across five program areas: science innovation, environmental sustainability, the performing arts, migration and immigrant communities, and Jewish life. The foundation concentrates its funding primarily in the Chicago metropolitan area, with selective support for global projects that align with its stated priorities. Established by Joseph and Elizabeth Walder, the foundation emphasizes leveraging its personal and professional experiences to address critical world issues through targeted initiatives and partnerships. In addition to its grantmaking, the foundation has engaged in collaborative cultural and civic programs, such as supporting podcast initiatives and community projects, and it has funded organizations in the arts and environmental sectors. Recent activity includes partnerships and grants that advance its engagement in cultural education, civic leadership development, and sustainability-focused work in the Chicago region.

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