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The Shirley and Bill Koloseike Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. With a total of $140,000 distributed among 11 grantees in 2024, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

BREAKTHROUGH T1D
$975K
35%
IGNATIAN SPIRITUALITY PROJECT
$500K
18%

University of Chicago
$250K
9%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SHIRLEY AND BILL KOLOSEIKE FDN?
No. THE SHIRLEY AND BILL KOLOSEIKE FDN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SHIRLEY AND BILL KOLOSEIKE FDN give?
THE SHIRLEY AND BILL KOLOSEIKE FDN primarily gives to organizations located in New York and Illinois. 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 THE SHIRLEY AND BILL KOLOSEIKE FDN’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SHIRLEY AND BILL KOLOSEIKE FDN fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SHIRLEY AND BILL KOLOSEIKE FDN make each year?
In 2024, THE SHIRLEY AND BILL KOLOSEIKE FDN awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $140 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SHIRLEY AND BILL KOLOSEIKE FDN fund recently?
In 2024, THE SHIRLEY AND BILL KOLOSEIKE FDN awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include BREAKTHROUGH T1D, IGNATIAN SPIRITUALITY PROJECT, and University of Chicago. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SHIRLEY AND BILL KOLOSEIKE FDN?
THE SHIRLEY AND BILL KOLOSEIKE FDN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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