ROBERT R MCCORMICK FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The Robert R. McCormick Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives through a relationship-based approach, making grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, which means nonprofits interested in funding opportunities should seek warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting. With a total of $106.1 million in grants paid in 2024 to 710 grantees, the foundation is committed to fostering impactful community engagement.
Mission Statement
THE ROBERT R. MCCORMICK FOUNDATION'S PRIMARY MISSION IS TO WORK WITH COMMUNITIES IN CHICAGOLAND AND ACROSS ILLINOIS TO DEVELOPE EDUCATED, INFORMED, AND ENGAGED CITIZENS.
Cause Areas
1
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CANTIGNY FOUNDATION
$144.4M
23%
THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS
$49.3M
8%
UNITED WAY - MCCORMICK PARTNERSHIP FOR STRONG NEIGHBORHOODS INC
$38.3M
6%
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Total No. of Grants
255
Median 1st year grant
$50K
Median 2nd year grant
$73.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to ROBERT R MCCORMICK FOUNDATION?
No. ROBERT R MCCORMICK FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does ROBERT R MCCORMICK FOUNDATION give?
ROBERT R MCCORMICK FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, New York, and District Of Columbia. 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 ROBERT R MCCORMICK FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from ROBERT R MCCORMICK FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does ROBERT R MCCORMICK FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, ROBERT R MCCORMICK FOUNDATION awarded about 260 grants, totaling nearly $106.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did ROBERT R MCCORMICK FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, ROBERT R MCCORMICK FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 710 grantees. Recent grantees include CANTIGNY FOUNDATION, THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS, and UNITED WAY - MCCORMICK PARTNERSHIP FOR STRONG NEIGHBORHOODS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to ROBERT R MCCORMICK FOUNDATION?
ROBERT R MCCORMICK FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.