CHICAGO URBAN LEAGUE
AI Summary
The Chicago Urban League is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within Illinois. With a total of $68.8K granted to 16 grantees in 2023, the League 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
CIVIL RIGHTS AND HUMAN SERVICES ORGANIZATION
Cause Areas
3
Human services
Public administration
Job Preparation & Procurement
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BURST INTO BOOKS
CHICAGO, IL
$25K
< 1%
The YMCA of Jefferson County
Mount Vernon, IL
$20K
< 1%
YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION
Taylorville, IL
$20K
< 1%
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Total No. of Grants
8
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
N/A
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CHICAGO URBAN LEAGUE?
No. CHICAGO URBAN LEAGUE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CHICAGO URBAN LEAGUE give?
CHICAGO URBAN LEAGUE primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, District Of Columbia, and Iowa. 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 CHICAGO URBAN LEAGUE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CHICAGO URBAN LEAGUE fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does CHICAGO URBAN LEAGUE make each year?
In 2023, CHICAGO URBAN LEAGUE awarded about 8 grants, totaling nearly $69 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CHICAGO URBAN LEAGUE fund recently?
In 2024, CHICAGO URBAN LEAGUE awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include BURST INTO BOOKS, The YMCA of Jefferson County, and YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to CHICAGO URBAN LEAGUE?
CHICAGO URBAN LEAGUE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.