AI Summary
The Negaunee Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that disbursed a total of $33.8 million across 93 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants exclusively by invitation. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

Chicago Symphony Orchestra
$19.2M
11%

Chicago Horticultural Society
$12.3M
7%
RAVINIA FESTIVAL ASSOCIATION
$11M
6%
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Total No. of Grants
114
Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE NEGAUNEE FOUNDATION?
No. THE NEGAUNEE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE NEGAUNEE FOUNDATION give?
THE NEGAUNEE FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, California, and New York. 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 NEGAUNEE FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE NEGAUNEE FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE NEGAUNEE FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE NEGAUNEE FOUNDATION awarded about 110 grants, totaling nearly $33.8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE NEGAUNEE FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE NEGAUNEE FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 90 grantees. Recent grantees include Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Chicago Horticultural Society, and RAVINIA FESTIVAL ASSOCIATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE NEGAUNEE FOUNDATION?
THE NEGAUNEE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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