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The JOEL L GERDES SCHOLARSHIP FUND is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on supporting human rights and human services initiatives. With a total of $39.6K in grants paid to five grantees in the filing year 2024, the fund is currently open for unsolicited proposals. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Cause Areas
2
Human rights
Human services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
North Central College
Naperville, IL
$11.5K
11%
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY
River Forest, IL
$11.5K
11%
ILLINOIS EDUCATION ASSOCIATION
STERLING, IL
$10K
9%
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Total No. of Grants
4
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to JOEL L GERDES SCHOLARSHIP FUND?
Yes. JOEL L GERDES SCHOLARSHIP FUND accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does JOEL L GERDES SCHOLARSHIP FUND give?
JOEL L GERDES SCHOLARSHIP FUND 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 JOEL L GERDES SCHOLARSHIP FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from JOEL L GERDES SCHOLARSHIP FUND fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does JOEL L GERDES SCHOLARSHIP FUND make each year?
In 2024, JOEL L GERDES SCHOLARSHIP FUND awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $40 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did JOEL L GERDES SCHOLARSHIP FUND fund recently?
In 2024, JOEL L GERDES SCHOLARSHIP FUND awarded grants to about 5 grantees. Recent grantees include North Central College, CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY, and ILLINOIS EDUCATION ASSOCIATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to JOEL L GERDES SCHOLARSHIP FUND?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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