BRIGHT PROMISES FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The Bright Promises Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, operating by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for nonprofits to engage through established connections. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE ORGANIZATION CREATES OPPORTUNITIES FOR ILLINOIS CHILDREN TO REACH THEIR FULL PROMISE AND POTENTIAL BY DELIVERING RESOURCES TO OTHER ORGANIZATIONS THAT SOLVE PROBLEMS CHILDREN CONFRONT. WE MONITOR THE PROGRAMS WE FUND AND SHARE THE KNOWLEDGE WE GAIN WITH OTHERS.
Cause Areas
1
Animal welfare
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Enlace Chicago
Chicago, IL
$181.5K
6%
Logan Square Neighborhood Association
Chicago, IL
$135K
5%
Illinois Action for Children
Chicago, IL
$130K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
14
Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
$15K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BRIGHT PROMISES FOUNDATION?
No. BRIGHT PROMISES FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BRIGHT PROMISES FOUNDATION give?
BRIGHT PROMISES FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, Idaho, and New Jersey. 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 BRIGHT PROMISES FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BRIGHT PROMISES FOUNDATION fall in the $25 thousand to $50 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 BRIGHT PROMISES FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, BRIGHT PROMISES FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $367 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BRIGHT PROMISES FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, BRIGHT PROMISES FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 60 grantees. Recent grantees include Enlace Chicago, Logan Square Neighborhood Association, and Illinois Action for Children. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BRIGHT PROMISES FOUNDATION?
BRIGHT PROMISES FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.