From public IRS filings
Start Early
CHICAGO, IL
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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
$95.9M 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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