The Chicago Community Trust
AI Summary
The Chicago Community Trust is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofit initiatives in the Chicago area. With a total of $1.4 billion in grants paid to 8,659 grantees, the Trust operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Provides grants and other resources to improve the community; addresses community challenges; and promotes philanthropy by informing donors about philanthropic opportunities.
Cause Areas
2
Philanthropy
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Breakthrough Energy Catalyst Foundation
$90M
1%
Heartland Alliance for Human Needs and Rights
$65.6M
< 1%
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF AMERICA
$65M
< 1%
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Total No. of Grants
4K
Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Chicago Community Trust?
No. The Chicago Community Trust does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Chicago Community Trust give?
The Chicago Community Trust primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, California, and New York. 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 Chicago Community Trust’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Chicago Community Trust fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Chicago Community Trust make each year?
In 2024, The Chicago Community Trust awarded about 3,980 grants, totaling nearly $1.4 billion. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Chicago Community Trust fund recently?
In 2024, The Chicago Community Trust awarded grants to about 8,660 grantees. Recent grantees include Breakthrough Energy Catalyst Foundation, Heartland Alliance for Human Needs and Rights, and BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF AMERICA. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Chicago Community Trust?
The Chicago Community Trust does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.