Illinois Clean Energy Community FoundationClosed
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Chicago, IL, US
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501(c)
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EIN
36-4334358
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Community Foundation
Regional Funder
Chicago, IL, US
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501(c)
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EIN
36-4334358
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Community Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation is a 501(c) organization that focuses on grantmaking primarily in Illinois, with additional funding in Virginia and Ohio. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation is established to support programs & projects that improve energy efficiency, develop renewable resources, and preserve natural areas and wildlife habitats in Illinois.
Cause Areas
2
Energy efficiency
Energy resources
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
PRAIRIE STATE CONSERVATION COALITION
$47.2M
29%
OPENLANDS
$7.3M
4%
CITIZENS FOR CONSERVATION INC
$5.8M
4%
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Total No. of Grants
78
Median 1st year grant
$14.4K
Median 2nd year grant
$13K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation?
No. Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation give?
Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, Virginia, and Ohio. 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 Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $14 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation awarded about 80 grants, totaling nearly $67.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation awarded grants to about 220 grantees. Recent grantees include PRAIRIE STATE CONSERVATION COALITION, OPENLANDS, and CITIZENS FOR CONSERVATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation?
Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.