These foundations have a track record of funding human services work in Illinois, based on IRS 990 grant data. Use the list below to find funders aligned with your mission, then sign up free to see how well your nonprofit fits each one.
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Affordable HousingEducationHealth and Human Services+2 more
Who can apply: Applicant must demonstrate Section 501(c)(3) status and relevance to the Foundation's areas of giving. Awards are generally limited to use in the communities served by the Bank. The Foundation does not support political organizations or candidates, religious activities, individual endeavors, or scholarships. Generally only one grant application may be submitted per calendar year.
Affordable HousingEducationHealth and Human Services+2 more
Who can apply: Applicants must demonstrate Section 501(c)(3) status and relevance to the Foundation’s areas of giving. Awards are generally limited to use in the communities served by the Bank. The Foundation does not support political organizations or candidates, religious activities, individual endeavors, or scholarships. Generally, only one application may be submitted per calendar year regardless of amount.
Who can apply: Organizations must be nonprofit entities qualified under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, located within Michigan and benefiting Michigan communities. Grants must serve charitable purposes and public benefit, and organizations may not discriminate based on age, creed, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation. The foundation generally does not fund capital projects unless initiated by the Foundation, fundraising events or conferences, individuals, K-12 schools, secondary schools or universities, lobbying or political campaigns, religious purposes unless initiated by the Foundation, units of government, or veterans organizations.
Community bettermentEducation and advancementHealth and human services+2 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations incorporated in the United States. Organizations may apply for only one project at a time. Complete proposals must be submitted in the required online format and include organizational documents, project details, budget, board approval minutes, IRS determination letter, articles of incorporation, bylaws, annual financial report, and IRS Form 990 when applicable.
Arts and CultureCivic and Public AffairsEducation+7 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations serving youth, young adults, or the aging population. The Foundation grants throughout the United States and seeks to allocate at least one-third of grant resources to organizations helping people in West Texas. Organizations may apply for specific programs or projects, capital projects, and in some circumstances general operations. Organizations may submit only one application in a 12-month period and may not apply in two consecutive grant cycles. Organizations receiving grants in two consecutive years must skip an entire year before reapplying. Individuals, for-profit organizations, church or seminary construction, annual fundraising drives, galas, single artistic events, and endowment requests are generally ineligible.
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