The Coleman Foundation Inc
Chicago, IL, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
36-3025967
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Chicago, IL, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
36-3025967
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Coleman Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that paid out a total of $9.1 million in grants to 249 grantees in 2024, primarily focusing on Illinois, with additional funding in Washington, D.C., and California. The foundation is currently open for unsolicited proposals, and prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit with the foundation's priorities.
Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CHICAGO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
$1.7M
4%

CLEARBROOK
$1.7M
4%
University of Chicago Medical Center
$1.3M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
185
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$38.8K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Coleman Foundation Inc?
Yes. The Coleman Foundation Inc accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting their website.
Where does The Coleman Foundation Inc give?
The Coleman Foundation Inc primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, District Of Columbia, and California. 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 Coleman Foundation Inc’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Coleman Foundation Inc fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Coleman Foundation Inc make each year?
In 2024, The Coleman Foundation Inc awarded about 190 grants, totaling nearly $9.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Coleman Foundation Inc fund recently?
In 2024, The Coleman Foundation Inc awarded grants to about 250 grantees. Recent grantees include CHICAGO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, CLEARBROOK, and University of Chicago Medical Center. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Coleman Foundation Inc?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting The Coleman Foundation Inc’s website.
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