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Est.

1961

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Thorek Memorial Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, focuses on grantmaking by invitation only, engaging with nonprofits through relationship-based connections. With a total of $350,000 in grants paid to 31 grantees in 2024, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

THOREK MEMORIAL FOUNDATION IS COMMITTED TO THE PURSUIT OF KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF THE COMMUNITY HEALTH ISSUES. THE FOUNDATION ALSO PROVIDES SUPPORT FOR EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES IN THE COMMUNITY.
Total Funding Given
$350K
2024
Grantees funded
31
Multi-year grantees
10%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
5
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$50K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
P
Pamela Nugent
Board Member
M
Manjeet Chawla MD
Board Member
P
Peter Karahalios
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THOREK MEMORIAL FOUNDATION?
No. THOREK MEMORIAL FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THOREK MEMORIAL FOUNDATION give?
THOREK MEMORIAL FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, Florida, and New York. 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 THOREK MEMORIAL FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THOREK MEMORIAL FOUNDATION fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THOREK MEMORIAL FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THOREK MEMORIAL FOUNDATION awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $350 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THOREK MEMORIAL FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THOREK MEMORIAL FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE, DUKE UNIVERSITY, and MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THOREK MEMORIAL FOUNDATION?
THOREK MEMORIAL FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.