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ILLINOIS GROWTH ENTERPRISES is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. The organization does not accept unsolicited proposals, and grants are awarded exclusively to selected grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO EDUCATE AND PROMOTE THE WELFARE OF THE DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED IN NORTHERN ILLINOIS.
Cause Areas
1
Vocational rehabilitation
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BRIDGEWAY INC
$1.1M
91%
BRIDGEWAY PROPERTIES CORPORATION
$104.4K
9%
BRIDGEWAY FOUNDATION
$125
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to ILLINOIS GROWTH ENTERPRISES?
No. ILLINOIS GROWTH ENTERPRISES does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does ILLINOIS GROWTH ENTERPRISES give?
ILLINOIS GROWTH ENTERPRISES 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 ILLINOIS GROWTH ENTERPRISES’s grants?
The largest share of grants from ILLINOIS GROWTH ENTERPRISES fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $30 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does ILLINOIS GROWTH ENTERPRISES make each year?
In 2024, ILLINOIS GROWTH ENTERPRISES awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $180 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did ILLINOIS GROWTH ENTERPRISES fund recently?
In 2024, ILLINOIS GROWTH ENTERPRISES awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include BRIDGEWAY INC, BRIDGEWAY PROPERTIES CORPORATION, and BRIDGEWAY FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to ILLINOIS GROWTH ENTERPRISES?
ILLINOIS GROWTH ENTERPRISES does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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