University of Illinois Foundation
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The University of Illinois Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses primarily on grantmaking within Illinois, having disbursed $262 million in total grants in 2023. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
The University of Illinois Foundation's corporate mission is to advance the interests and welfare of the University of Illinois. As stated in its Articles of Incorporation, the role of the Foundation is procuring private support on behalf of the University. The Foundation functions as the independent official fundraising and private gift-receiving organization for the University of Illinois. The Foundation works hand-in-hand with the President of the University of Illinois System and the Chancellor for each university to identify strategic private support priorities, create suitable fundraising strategies and tactics, and implement and evaluate appropriate development programs. In its role of developing private gifts, the Foundation leads the effort to plan and mount special fundraising initiatives, as well as annual giving programs and major capital campaigns, working in collaboration with a network of University development professionals.
Cause Areas
2
Welfare
Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS
$2B
100%
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
$3.8M
< 1%
ORTHOPTERISTS' SOCIETY
$556K
< 1%
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Total No. of Grants
7
Median 1st year grant
$100K
Median 2nd year grant
$1.8M
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to University of Illinois Foundation?
No. University of Illinois Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does University of Illinois Foundation give?
University of Illinois Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, New Jersey, and California. 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 University of Illinois Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from University of Illinois Foundation fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $100 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does University of Illinois Foundation make each year?
In 2023, University of Illinois Foundation awarded about 7 grants, totaling nearly $262 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did University of Illinois Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, University of Illinois Foundation awarded grants to about 9 grantees. Recent grantees include THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS, UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS ALUMNI ASSOCIATION, and ORTHOPTERISTS' SOCIETY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to University of Illinois Foundation?
University of Illinois Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.