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MEGAN BUTZ LEGACY OF HOPE is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, offering grants by invitation only and does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation distributed a total of $25,000 across one grantee. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

OUR MISSION IS TO STRENGTHEN THE LIVES OF AT-RISK TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS WITHOUT RESOURCES SO THEY MAY NAVIGATE THE PATH TO ADULTHOOD VIA MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAMMING AND SUPPORT. THIS INCLUDES NOT-FOR-PROFITS THAT PROVIDE COUNSELING AND OTHER PROGRAMS TO IMPACT THE MENTAL HEALTH OF YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS 18 YEARS AND OLDER, INCLUDING THOSE IN THE SUICIDE AWARENESS AND PREVENTION REALM. WE AIM TO PROVIDE FUNDING TO THOSE WHO ADDRESS AND STRENGTHEN THE MENTAL HEALTH OF YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS IN UNDERSERVED COUMMINITIES THROUGHOUT CHICAGO AND THE COLLAR COUNTIES.
Total Funding Given
$25K
2024
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
0%
Funding by Year
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
PARTNERS FOR OUR COMMUNITIES
Palatine, IL
$25K
100%
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
N/A
B
Brandon Verwijst
Board Member
M
Monica Thigpen
Board Member
S
Susan Stoga
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MEGAN BUTZ LEGACY OF HOPE?
No. MEGAN BUTZ LEGACY OF HOPE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MEGAN BUTZ LEGACY OF HOPE give?
MEGAN BUTZ LEGACY OF HOPE 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 MEGAN BUTZ LEGACY OF HOPE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MEGAN BUTZ LEGACY OF HOPE fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MEGAN BUTZ LEGACY OF HOPE make each year?
In 2024, MEGAN BUTZ LEGACY OF HOPE awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $25 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MEGAN BUTZ LEGACY OF HOPE fund recently?
In 2024, MEGAN BUTZ LEGACY OF HOPE awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include PARTNERS FOR OUR COMMUNITIES. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MEGAN BUTZ LEGACY OF HOPE?
MEGAN BUTZ LEGACY OF HOPE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.