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THE NEGAUNEE FOUNDATION

THE NEGAUNEE FOUNDATION

Northbrook, IL, US
501(c)3
EIN
36-3555046
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
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THE NEGAUNEE FOUNDATION

Northbrook, IL, US
501(c)3
EIN
36-3555046
Private Foundation
Regional Funder

Overview

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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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The Negaunee Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Illinois, California, and New York. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based engagement model, providing grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given

$33.8M

2024
Grantees funded
93
Multi-year grantees
87%
Funding by Year
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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
E
Ewa Jones
Board Member
D
Dale Kuntz
Board Member
D
Debbie Creek
Board Member

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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