AURORA UNIVERSITY
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AURORA UNIVERSITY is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Illinois. The foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO PROVIDE POST-SECONDARY UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE EDUCATION.
Cause Areas
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University education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CITIES IN SCHOOLS AURORA 2000 INC
$101.3K
69%
The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago
$6.5K
4%
YOUNG WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF AURORA ILLINOIS
$6.5K
4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to AURORA UNIVERSITY?
No. AURORA UNIVERSITY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does AURORA UNIVERSITY give?
AURORA UNIVERSITY primarily gives to organizations located in 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 AURORA UNIVERSITY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from AURORA UNIVERSITY fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $6,513. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does AURORA UNIVERSITY make each year?
In 2020, AURORA UNIVERSITY awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $12 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did AURORA UNIVERSITY fund recently?
In 2024, AURORA UNIVERSITY awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include CITIES IN SCHOOLS AURORA 2000 INC, The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, and YOUNG WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF AURORA ILLINOIS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to AURORA UNIVERSITY?
AURORA UNIVERSITY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.