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THE JW GARDNER II FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) grantmaker that paid $330K across 12 grantees in filing year 2025, with a focus on foundations. It is open for unsolicited proposals; prospective applicants should review the How to Apply section of the current profile page to assess fit.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE SALVATION ARMY
HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL
$347.4K
13%
CHEERFUL HOME ASSOCIATION
Quincy, IL
$330K
13%

QUINCY UNIVERSITY CORPORATION
Quincy, IL
$179.3K
7%
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Total No. of Grants
26
Median 1st year grant
$6K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
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- 43 grantees
- 3 board & team members
- 10 historic 990s & financials
- 6-year operating budget trend
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE JW GARDNER II FOUNDATION?
Yes. THE JW GARDNER II FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does THE JW GARDNER II FOUNDATION give?
THE JW GARDNER II FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, Colorado, and Virginia. 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 JW GARDNER II FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE JW GARDNER II FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $6,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE JW GARDNER II FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE JW GARDNER II FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $298 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE JW GARDNER II FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE JW GARDNER II FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include THE SALVATION ARMY, CHEERFUL HOME ASSOCIATION, and QUINCY UNIVERSITY CORPORATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE JW GARDNER II FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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