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Est.

1981

Fiscal Year Start

Oct 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Silver Cross Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofit initiatives through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. In 2024, the foundation paid a total of $1.1 million in grants to a single grantee and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

To develop philanthropic support for the healthcare programs and services provided by Silver Cross Hospital.
Total Funding Given
$1.1M
2024
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$768K
Median 2nd year grant
$1.6M
S
Susan Frangella
Board Member
M
Michele Vana
Board Member
T
Tracy Simons
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Silver Cross Foundation?
No. Silver Cross Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Silver Cross Foundation give?
Silver Cross Foundation 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 Silver Cross Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Silver Cross Foundation fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $768 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Silver Cross Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Silver Cross Foundation awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $1.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Silver Cross Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Silver Cross Foundation awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include Silver Cross Hospital and Medical Centers. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Silver Cross Foundation?
Silver Cross Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.