VALERO ENERGY FOUNDATION
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The Valero Energy Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses its grantmaking efforts primarily in Illinois, having paid a total of $10.8 million in grants in 2024. The foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation may explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE VALERO FOUNDATION COLLABORATES WITH NON-PROFIT PARTNERS ACROSS THE UNITED STATES TO FOSTER IMPROVED QUALITY OF LIFE AND CREATE MEASURABLE IMPACT WHERE UNMET NEEDS EXIST.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Rush University System for Health Self-Insurance Trust
$44.6M
71%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to VALERO ENERGY FOUNDATION?
No. VALERO ENERGY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does VALERO ENERGY FOUNDATION give?
VALERO ENERGY 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 VALERO ENERGY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from VALERO ENERGY FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $12.4 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does VALERO ENERGY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, VALERO ENERGY FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $10.8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did VALERO ENERGY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, VALERO ENERGY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include Rush University System for Health Self-Insurance Trust. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to VALERO ENERGY FOUNDATION?
VALERO ENERGY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.