From public IRS filings
START EARLY
CHICAGO, IL
Mission
Start Early advances quality early learning for families with children, before birth through their earliest years, to help close the opportunity gap.
Financials (IRS Form 990)
Total revenue
$134.9M
Total expenses
$113.8M
Total assets
$129.4M
Source: IRS Form 990, tax year 2025.
Who funds START EARLY
$96.7M in foundation grants on record from 126 funders — matched from IRS 990 grant line items. Some matches may be approximate.
| Funder | Total given | Grants |
|---|---|---|
| Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund for Wealth Management | $16.6M | 3 |
| Buffett Early Childhood Fund | $16M | 4 |
| Chicago Community Trust | $10.9M | 4 |
| Comic Relief Inc Dba Comic Relief Us | $5.6M | 3 |
| Blue Meridian Partners | $4M | 1 |
| Saul Zaentz Charitable Foundation C/O Eve Fugiel | $3.3M | 4 |
| Arie and Ida Crown Memorial | $3.2M | 5 |
| Zell Family Foundation | $3.1M | 5 |
| Rauner Family Foundation | $3M | 3 |
| National Philanthropic Trust | $2.7M | 4 |
Leadership
Diana Rauner (Principal officer)
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