Chicago State Foundation
Chicago, IL, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
47-3644945
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Single Organization Support
Regional Funder
Chicago, IL, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
47-3644945
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Single Organization Support
Regional Funder
AI Summary
The Chicago State Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. With a total of $1.6 million in grants paid in 2024 to just two grantees, 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
The mission of Chicago State Foundation is to advance the interest and welfare of CSU by building relationships, securing philanthropic support, stewarding assets and otherwise procuring private support on behalf of the University. Working in concert with the President of CSU, Chicago State Foundation helps to identify strategic priorities, raise public awareness for the University and secure private support to create new opportunities for students.
Cause Areas
1
Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Chicago State Foundation
Chicago, IL
$3.4M
57%
CHICAGO STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION
CHICAGO, IL
$1.6M
27%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Chicago State Foundation?
No. Chicago State Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Chicago State Foundation give?
Chicago State Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois. 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 Chicago State Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Chicago State Foundation fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $1.7 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Chicago State Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Chicago State Foundation awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $1.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Chicago State Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Chicago State Foundation awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include Chicago State Foundation and CHICAGO STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION . More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Chicago State Foundation?
Chicago State Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.