LUKE 181 FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The LUKE 181 FOUNDATION is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that emphasizes relationship-based engagement and operates on an invitation-only basis, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation paid a total of $565.2K in grants to two grantees. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
THE LUKE 18:1 FOUNDATION MISSION IS TO WORK TOGETHER AS A COMMUNITY TO FIND A CURE FOR SMA THROUGH RASISING AWARENESS, FUNDING RESEARCH, AND SUPPORTING INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES. IN SUPPORT OF THE MISSION, THE LUKE 18:1 FOUNDATION SPECIFICALLY SEEKS TO HAVE AN IMPACT ON THE VARIOUS AUDIENCES WITH WHICH IT IS ENGAGED. THE LUKE 18:1 FOUNDATION'S THREE PILLARS' ACTIVITIES ARE RAISING AWARENESS, FUNDING RESEARCH, AND SUPPORTING FAMILIES.
Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

FAMILIES OF SPINAL MUSCULAR ATROPHY DBA CURE SMA
$2.5M
100%

MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY ASSOCIATION INC
$10K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to LUKE 181 FOUNDATION?
No. LUKE 181 FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does LUKE 181 FOUNDATION give?
LUKE 181 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 LUKE 181 FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from LUKE 181 FOUNDATION fall in the $500 thousand to $1 million range. The median first-year grant is about $56 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does LUKE 181 FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, LUKE 181 FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $565 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did LUKE 181 FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, LUKE 181 FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include FAMILIES OF SPINAL MUSCULAR ATROPHY DBA CURE SMA and MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY ASSOCIATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to LUKE 181 FOUNDATION?
LUKE 181 FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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