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The SIRIUS FUND is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that has disbursed a total of $1.6 million across 95 grantees in 2025, with a notable focus on funding initiatives in Illinois, Idaho, and Colorado. The fund is currently open for unsolicited proposals, inviting prospective applicants to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
MERIT SCHOOL OF MUSIC
$342.1K
6%
SHEDD AQUARIUM SOCIETY
$330K
6%
NATIONAL FOREST FOUNDATION
$325K
6%
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Total No. of Grants
109
Median 1st year grant
$2.1K
Median 2nd year grant
$2.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to SIRIUS FUND?
Yes. SIRIUS FUND accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does SIRIUS FUND give?
SIRIUS FUND primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, Idaho, and Colorado. 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 SIRIUS FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from SIRIUS FUND fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $2,060. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does SIRIUS FUND make each year?
In 2025, SIRIUS FUND awarded about 110 grants, totaling nearly $1.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did SIRIUS FUND fund recently?
In 2025, SIRIUS FUND awarded grants to about 100 grantees. Recent grantees include MERIT SCHOOL OF MUSIC, SHEDD AQUARIUM SOCIETY, and NATIONAL FOREST FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to SIRIUS FUND?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.