AI Summary
The Helen V Brach Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that is currently open for unsolicited proposals. In 2025, the foundation awarded a total of $5.9 million across 354 grantees, focusing on various initiatives within the foundations cause area. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to determine their fit for funding opportunities.
Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Big Shoulders Fund
Chicago, IL
$1M
3%
LOYOLA UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO
CHICAGO, IL
$429.5K
1%
CATHOLIC THEOLOGICAL UNION AT CHICAGO
CHICAGO, IL
$359.5K
1%
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Total No. of Grants
555
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Helen V Brach Foundation?
Yes. Helen V Brach Foundation accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does Helen V Brach Foundation give?
Helen V Brach Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, Ohio, and District Of Columbia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Helen V Brach Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Helen V Brach Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Helen V Brach Foundation make each year?
In 2025, Helen V Brach Foundation awarded about 560 grants, totaling nearly $5.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Helen V Brach Foundation fund recently?
In 2025, Helen V Brach Foundation awarded grants to about 350 grantees. Recent grantees include Big Shoulders Fund, LOYOLA UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO, and CATHOLIC THEOLOGICAL UNION AT CHICAGO. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Helen V Brach Foundation?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.