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Est.

1922

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The GFWC Illinois Federation of Women's Clubs is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives within Illinois. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants solely by invitation. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this organization can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

GFWC ILLINOIS IS A COMMUNITY-BASED PHILANTHROPIC ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO ENHANCING THE LIVES OF OTHERS THROUGH VOLUNTEER SERVICE.
Total Funding Given
$20.1K
2018
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
0%
Funding by Year
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CHILDRENS RESEARCH FUND
Chicago, IL
$10.1K
8%
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Total No. of Grants
2
Median 1st year grant
$10.1K
Median 2nd year grant
N/A
P
Patti Kuchar
Board Member
S
Sandy Christofanelli
Board Member
G
Gina Fritz
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to GFWC ILLINOIS FEDERATION OF WOMENS CLUBS?
No. GFWC ILLINOIS FEDERATION OF WOMENS CLUBS does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does GFWC ILLINOIS FEDERATION OF WOMENS CLUBS give?
GFWC ILLINOIS FEDERATION OF WOMENS CLUBS primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois 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 GFWC ILLINOIS FEDERATION OF WOMENS CLUBS’s grants?
The largest share of grants from GFWC ILLINOIS FEDERATION OF WOMENS CLUBS fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does GFWC ILLINOIS FEDERATION OF WOMENS CLUBS make each year?
In 2018, GFWC ILLINOIS FEDERATION OF WOMENS CLUBS awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $20 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did GFWC ILLINOIS FEDERATION OF WOMENS CLUBS fund recently?
In 2024, GFWC ILLINOIS FEDERATION OF WOMENS CLUBS awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include CHILDRENS RESEARCH FUND. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to GFWC ILLINOIS FEDERATION OF WOMENS CLUBS?
GFWC ILLINOIS FEDERATION OF WOMENS CLUBS does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.