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The Bear Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that engages in a relationship-based funding model, providing grants exclusively by invitation. With a total of $161.6K distributed among 18 grantees in 2024, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE BEAR FOUNDATION WAS FOUNDED FOR THE PURPOSE OF RAISING CHARITABLE FUNDS AND MAKING GRANTS TO ORGANIZATIONS RECOGNIZED AS EXEMPT FROM INCOME TAX UNDER SECTION 501(c)(3). THE CORPORATION IS EXPECTED TO BE A PUBLIC CHARITY, BUT WILL CHIEFLY ACCOMPLISH ITS CHARITABLE PURPOSE BY GRANTMAKING.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
PRESENCE HEALTH FOUNDATION BOARD OF TRUSTEES
$366.9K
47%
Edward-Elmhurst Healthcare
$60K
8%
NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE
$52.3K
7%
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Total No. of Grants
7
Median 1st year grant
$12.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$15.8K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE BEAR FOUNDATION?
No. THE BEAR FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE BEAR FOUNDATION give?
THE BEAR FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, California, and Montana. 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 THE BEAR FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE BEAR FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $13 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE BEAR FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE BEAR FOUNDATION awarded about 7 grants, totaling nearly $162 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE BEAR FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE BEAR FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include PRESENCE HEALTH FOUNDATION BOARD OF TRUSTEES, Edward-Elmhurst Healthcare, and NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE BEAR FOUNDATION?
THE BEAR FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.