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SIGMA CHI FOUNDATION

SIGMA CHI FOUNDATION

Evanston, IL, US
501(c)3
EIN
36-2208386
Regional Funder
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SIGMA CHI FOUNDATION

Evanston, IL, US
501(c)3
EIN
36-2208386
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

1939

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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AI Summary

The Sigma Chi Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization, focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based approach and operates by invitation only, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation disbursed a total of $4.4 million across 14 grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

PROMOTE HIGHER EDUCATION
Total Funding Given

$4.4M

2024
Grantees funded
14
Multi-year grantees
79%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

4

Median 1st year grant
$16.6K
Median 2nd year grant
$10.3K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
R
Robert S Rodgers
Board Member
R
Randall Coppersmith
Board Member
J
John D Peterson
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to SIGMA CHI FOUNDATION?
No. SIGMA CHI FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does SIGMA CHI FOUNDATION give?
SIGMA CHI FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, Kansas, and Washington. 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 SIGMA CHI FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from SIGMA CHI FOUNDATION fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $17 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does SIGMA CHI FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, SIGMA CHI FOUNDATION awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $4.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did SIGMA CHI FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, SIGMA CHI FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include Sigma Chi Leadership Institute, Sigma Chi International Fraternity Inc, and SIGMA CHI FRATERNITY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to SIGMA CHI FOUNDATION?
SIGMA CHI FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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