3ARTS INC
CHICAGO, IL · Arts, Culture & Humanities
Mission
Founded in 1912, with a history centered on women artists, 3Arts, Inc. (the Organization) is an Illinois not-for-profit organization that supports artists working in the performing, teaching, and visual arts in the Chicago metropolitan area, including women artists, artists of color, and deaf and disabled artists. By providing unrestricted awards, project funding, residencies, professional development, and promotion, the Organization helps artists take risks, experiment, and build momentum in their careers over time. The Organization is supported primarily through public contributions, government grants, and investment income.
Financials (IRS Form 990)
Source: IRS Form 990, tax year 2024.
Who funds 3ARTS INC
$3.4M in foundation grants on record from 22 funders — matched from IRS 990 grant line items. Some matches may be approximate.
| Funder | Total given | Grants |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Community Trust | $811K | 4 |
| John D and Catherine T Macarthur Foundation (Consolidated) | $521K | 6 |
| Builders Initiative Foundation | $385K | 4 |
| Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts | $301K | 3 |
| Walder Foundation | $250K | 2 |
| Ford Foundation | $245K | 2 |
| Joyce Foundation | $240K | 3 |
| Reva and David Logan Foundation | $230K | 3 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | $194K | 4 |
| American Online Giving Foundation | $39K | 4 |
Leadership
Katie Dowling — Executive Dir. (Principal officer)
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