EAA Aviation Foundation Inc

Vesely Family Foundation Co Jon S Vesely

Scottsdale, AZ

The Vesely Family Foundation’s grants support varied causes, including education and career pathways, aviation, humanitarian aid, food assistance, and faith-related work. Its 2023 gifts ranged from $2,500 to $25,000, with a median of $10,000; funding went mainly to Arizona recipients, with grants also reaching several other states. No application process or information about unsolicited requests is provided.

United Way of the Capital Region

Enola, PA

United Way of the Capital Region funds programs addressing basic needs, health-care access, school readiness, workforce development and community resilience, primarily in Cumberland, Dauphin and Perry counties, Pennsylvania. Its 2025 grants ranged from $5,183 to $160,751, with a median of $9,231. It directs agencies to submit funding proposals through its e-CImpact system; the information does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.

The De Ramel Foundation

Newport, RI

The de Ramel Foundation funds innovation, conservation, and community development, with interests in the environment, science, education, and health. Its 2024 grants ranged from $93 to $300,000, with a median of $4,500, and most funding went to Rhode Island organizations. It supports only preselected charities and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Blue Sky Educational Foundation

Dallas, TX

The organization was created to: (I) foster, promote and advance aviation, the physical or biological sciences, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education by young people of all backgrounds; (II) encourage interest and personal participation in aviation and related fields; and (III) provide scholarships to middle school, high school and college aged youth of all backgrounds for the advancement of aviation and STEM learning, the pursuit of aviation-related interests and the pursuit of education in STEM studies at an accredited college, university or post-secondary school or aviation camp, academy, facility or technical school for educational instruction and educational camps in such areas.

Timken Foundation of Canton

Canton, OH

The Timken Foundation of Canton makes capital grants for charitable and educational projects, including arts, higher education, housing, social services, and community facilities; most 2025 funding went to Ohio, with awards also reaching other states and India. Its 2025 grants ranged from $1,026 to $2.5 million, with a median of $65,000. It accepts submissions without a required form or deadline; contact Robert R. Timken and include proof of 501(c)(3) status.

Henry & Louise Timken Foundation

Canton, OH

The Henry & Louise Timken Foundation supports general operating needs across education, history, hunger relief, arts, higher education, and community services, primarily in Ohio, with occasional funding in Michigan. In 2024, it made 10 grants ranging from $10,000 to $107,222, with a median of $20,000. No application process or instructions are stated.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Inc

Daytona Beach, FL

The Chicago Community Trust

Chicago, IL

The Chicago Community Trust funds nonprofits addressing economic mobility, wealth gaps, and urgent community needs, with priorities including homeownership, small businesses, education, quality jobs, and investment in underinvested communities. Its 2025 itemized grants had a median of $26,500, though awards vary widely; grants generally benefit Chicago-region residents, and the Trust directs applicants to open opportunities but does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

Gorman Family Foundation

Mansfield, OH

The Gorman Family Foundation funds education and community health, with 2024 grants also supporting hunger relief and related community work. Its 23 grants ranged from $10,000 to $98,000, with a median of $25,000; most funding went to Ohio organizations. It gives only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Fletcher Family Foundation

Edina, MN

The foundation supports conservation, education, cultural activities, community life, and faith-based initiatives, with 2025 grants concentrated in Illinois and smaller amounts going to Minnesota and other states. Its 27 grants in 2025 totaled $330,400, with a median grant of $5,000 and awards ranging from $100 to $115,750. It does not accept unsolicited requests; it funds preselected organizations and reviews invited proposals throughout the year.

Thrivent Charitable Impact & Investing

Appleton, WI

Thrivent Charitable Impact & Investing distributes donor-directed and program donations to a broad range of causes and organizations in local, national, and global communities. Its 2024 grants had a median of $11,520 and ranged from $5,006 to $5 million. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

Alliant Energy Foundation Inc

Madison, WI