AI Summary
The Thorn River Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. With a total of $45,000 in grants paid to four grantees in 2025, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with Thorn River Foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDREN
Washington, DC
$50K
20%
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago
Chicago, IL
$30K
12%
ALLENDALE ASSOCIATION
Lake Villa, IL
$25K
10%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THORN RIVER FOUNDATION?
No. THORN RIVER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THORN RIVER FOUNDATION give?
THORN RIVER FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois 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 THORN RIVER FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THORN RIVER FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $6,250. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THORN RIVER FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, THORN RIVER FOUNDATION awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $45 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THORN RIVER FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, THORN RIVER FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDREN, Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, and ALLENDALE ASSOCIATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THORN RIVER FOUNDATION?
THORN RIVER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.