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Est.

1982

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Western Illinois Regional Council - Community Action Agency is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking within Illinois. In 2023, it awarded a total of $26K across six grantees, operating on a relationship-based engagement model and by invitation only. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals; however, nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

OPERATE SOCIAL PROGRAMS THAT ADDRESS THE CAUSES & ELIMINATION OF POVERTY. WESTERN ILLINOIS REGIONAL COUNCIL'S MISSION IS TO PARTNER WITH PEOPLE AND COMMUNITIES TO IMPROVE LIVES AND NEIGHBORHOODS.
Total Funding Given
$26K
2023
Grantees funded
6
Multi-year grantees
33%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
2
Median 1st year grant
$8.1K
Median 2nd year grant
$11.3K
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Byron Shabazz
Board Member
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Lyman Schar
Board Member
A
Ashley German
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to WESTERN ILLINOIS REGIONAL COUNCIL - COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY?
No. WESTERN ILLINOIS REGIONAL COUNCIL - COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does WESTERN ILLINOIS REGIONAL COUNCIL - COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY give?
WESTERN ILLINOIS REGIONAL COUNCIL - COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY 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 WESTERN ILLINOIS REGIONAL COUNCIL - COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from WESTERN ILLINOIS REGIONAL COUNCIL - COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $8,122. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does WESTERN ILLINOIS REGIONAL COUNCIL - COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY make each year?
In 2023, WESTERN ILLINOIS REGIONAL COUNCIL - COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $26 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did WESTERN ILLINOIS REGIONAL COUNCIL - COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY fund recently?
In 2024, WESTERN ILLINOIS REGIONAL COUNCIL - COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY awarded grants to about 6 grantees. Recent grantees include Good Food Collaborative, FISH OF GALESBURG, and LOVING BOTTOMS DIAPER BANK. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to WESTERN ILLINOIS REGIONAL COUNCIL - COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY?
WESTERN ILLINOIS REGIONAL COUNCIL - COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.