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Est.

1970

Fiscal Year Start

Sep 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Geneva Community Chest is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. In the 2025 filing year, it distributed a total of $169.3K across 16 grantees. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals, but nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting to connect with them.

Mission Statement

FUND RAISING FOR OTHER CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS
Total Funding Given
$169.3K
2025
Grantees funded
16
Multi-year grantees
69%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
19
Median 1st year grant
$7.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$0
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
K
Kristie Dienst
Board Member
L
Lori Kohorst
Board Member
G
Greg Lower
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to GENEVA COMMUNITY CHEST?
No. GENEVA COMMUNITY CHEST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does GENEVA COMMUNITY CHEST give?
GENEVA COMMUNITY CHEST primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois and Virginia. 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 GENEVA COMMUNITY CHEST’s grants?
The largest share of grants from GENEVA COMMUNITY CHEST fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $7,490. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does GENEVA COMMUNITY CHEST make each year?
In 2025, GENEVA COMMUNITY CHEST awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $169 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did GENEVA COMMUNITY CHEST fund recently?
In 2025, GENEVA COMMUNITY CHEST awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include LAZARUS HOUSE, FOX VALLEY HANDS OF HOPE INC, and ELDERDAY CENTER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to GENEVA COMMUNITY CHEST?
GENEVA COMMUNITY CHEST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.