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The Emerson Charitable Trust is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that has disbursed a total of $15.9 million across 1,082 grants in 2024, with a significant focus on Illinois. The Trust is currently open for unsolicited proposals, and prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to determine their fit for funding opportunities.
Cause Areas
1
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

MISSOURI BOTANICAL GARDEN BOARD OF TRUSTEES
$2.1M
1%

UNITED WAY OF GREATER ST LOUIS INC
$2.1M
1%

MISSOURI HISTORICAL SOCIETY
$2M
1%
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$4K
Median 2nd year grant
$5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to EMERSON CHARITABLE TRUST?
Yes. EMERSON CHARITABLE TRUST accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does EMERSON CHARITABLE TRUST give?
EMERSON CHARITABLE TRUST 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 EMERSON CHARITABLE TRUST’s grants?
The largest share of grants from EMERSON CHARITABLE TRUST fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $4,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does EMERSON CHARITABLE TRUST make each year?
In 2024, EMERSON CHARITABLE TRUST awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $15.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did EMERSON CHARITABLE TRUST fund recently?
In 2024, EMERSON CHARITABLE TRUST awarded grants to about 1,080 grantees. Recent grantees include MISSOURI BOTANICAL GARDEN BOARD OF TRUSTEES, UNITED WAY OF GREATER ST LOUIS INC, and MISSOURI HISTORICAL SOCIETY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to EMERSON CHARITABLE TRUST?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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