AI Summary
The Knowles Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. With a total of $1.5 million granted to 22 organizations in 2024, it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
MERIT SCHOOL OF MUSIC
Chicago, IL
$666K
11%
GIGI'S PLAYHOUSE INC
Hoffman Estates, IL
$480K
8%
Lyric Opera of Chicago
Chicago, IL
$475K
8%
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Total No. of Grants
24
Median 1st year grant
$40K
Median 2nd year grant
$50K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Knowles Foundation?
No. The Knowles Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Knowles Foundation give?
The Knowles Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois and Minnesota. 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 Knowles Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Knowles Foundation fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $40 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Knowles Foundation make each year?
In 2024, The Knowles Foundation awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $1.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Knowles Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, The Knowles Foundation awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include MERIT SCHOOL OF MUSIC, GIGI'S PLAYHOUSE INC, and Lyric Opera of Chicago. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Knowles Foundation?
The Knowles Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.