BLACKROOTS ALLIANCE
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BLACKROOTS ALLIANCE is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Illinois, having paid a total of $79K in grants to six grantees in 2022. The organization operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with BLACKROOTS ALLIANCE can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to be an organization & network committed to the safety and liberation of all Black people promoting Black leadership and Black-centered community transformation as we work to collectively to build social and economic power.
Cause Areas
2
Public policy
Diversity and intergroup relations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SOUTHSIDERS ORGANIZED FOR UNITY AND LIBERATION
$158K
40%
EQUITY AND TRANSFORMATION
$125K
31%
GROW GREATER ENGLEWOOD INC
$35K
9%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BLACKROOTS ALLIANCE?
No. BLACKROOTS ALLIANCE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BLACKROOTS ALLIANCE give?
BLACKROOTS ALLIANCE 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 BLACKROOTS ALLIANCE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BLACKROOTS ALLIANCE fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BLACKROOTS ALLIANCE make each year?
In 2022, BLACKROOTS ALLIANCE awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $79 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BLACKROOTS ALLIANCE fund recently?
In 2024, BLACKROOTS ALLIANCE awarded grants to about 6 grantees. Recent grantees include SOUTHSIDERS ORGANIZED FOR UNITY AND LIBERATION, EQUITY AND TRANSFORMATION, and GROW GREATER ENGLEWOOD INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BLACKROOTS ALLIANCE?
BLACKROOTS ALLIANCE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.