THE FOUNDATION FOR NORTHWEST IL
Freeport, IL, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
30-0080762
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
Freeport, IL, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
30-0080762
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
AI Summary
The Foundation for Northwest IL is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking within the Northwest Illinois region, having paid out a total of $183.7K across 24 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO HELP PROVIDE FOR THE WELL-BEING OF THE CITIZENS OF NORTHWEST ILLINOIS BY ACCUMULATING ASSETS IN THE FORM OF PERMANENT ENDOWMENT FUNDS & PRUDENTLY DISTRIBUTING INCOME FROM THOSE FUNDS TO CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS.
Cause Areas
2
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
NORTHERN ILLINOIS FOOD BANK
$115.1K
6%
FREEPORT ARTS CENTER
$76.9K
4%
TIMBER LAKE PLAYHOUSE
$59.4K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$9.8K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE FOUNDATION FOR NORTHWEST IL?
No. THE FOUNDATION FOR NORTHWEST IL does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE FOUNDATION FOR NORTHWEST IL give?
THE FOUNDATION FOR NORTHWEST IL primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin. 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 FOUNDATION FOR NORTHWEST IL’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE FOUNDATION FOR NORTHWEST IL fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $9,825. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE FOUNDATION FOR NORTHWEST IL make each year?
In 2024, THE FOUNDATION FOR NORTHWEST IL awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $184 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE FOUNDATION FOR NORTHWEST IL fund recently?
In 2024, THE FOUNDATION FOR NORTHWEST IL awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include NORTHERN ILLINOIS FOOD BANK, FREEPORT ARTS CENTER, and TIMBER LAKE PLAYHOUSE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE FOUNDATION FOR NORTHWEST IL?
THE FOUNDATION FOR NORTHWEST IL does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.