Chicago Grants to Support Impactful Initiatives to Address Poverty
GrantID: 67260
Grant Funding Amount Low: $25,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $25,000
Summary
This philanthropic initiative is dedicated to addressing systemic inequities and fostering opportunities within urban communities. It supports efforts that promote racial equity, economic justice, and community empowerment, with a particular focus on the Chicago metropolitan area and surrounding regions in Illinois.
During a transitional period, grants are being provided to current partner organizations to support planning and adaptation to strategic changes. These transition grants offer stability and flexibility, with minimal reporting requirements, allowing organizations to continue critical work without disruption.
Future grantmaking will focus on several key priorities, including promoting health equity by addressing disparities and expanding access to healthcare services. Another area of focus is supporting economic development projects that empower communities and create sustainable opportunities across generations. Additionally, the initiative seeks to foster civic engagement, ensuring diverse community voices are included in decision-making processes.
Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations with a track record of demonstrated programmatic outcomes. The grants are intended to fund initiatives that go beyond routine operations, covering project-specific expenses such as program delivery, staff training, or community engagement activities. Operational overhead is generally not supported, though a capped portion of indirect costs may be permitted. Funding amounts typically range from $30,000 to $35,000 USD, with an overall funding pool of approximately $390,000 USD for distribution among selected projects.
Recipients benefit from multi-year support possibilities and guidance in program evaluation and sustainability planning. Projects are expected to include clear strategies for long-term impact and alignment with the overarching themes of equity, empowerment, and community resilience. Organizations are encouraged to plan initiatives that can create measurable outcomes and contribute to systemic change within Chicago and the surrounding Illinois communities.
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