John RAU Gaumer Memorial Trust

Michelmann Foundation

Quincy, IL

Community Foundation of the Quincy Area

Quincy, IL

The Community Foundation of the Quincy Area funds local charities across arts and culture, community betterment, education, health, human services, and related programs in 12 counties in west-central Illinois and northeast Missouri. In 2025, it made 86 grants ranging from $5,130 to $1.19 million, with a median of $11,822; some programs accept applications or request letters, including the Community Grant and AgForward programs, but the profile does not state whether it accepts general unsolicited requests.

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.

Erikson Institute

Chicago, IL

Erikson is a leading institution of higher education that prepares professionals to address the urgent challenges facing young children, their families and communities. Our innovative programs, transformative research and impactful advocacy empower early childhood professionals to drive lasting change. Erikson strives to build a future where every child thrives.

Marion G Jackson Char Tr

Dallas, TX

The trust funds religious, charitable, scientific, literary, and educational organizations, including capital projects and program or operating support, with preference for Quincy and surrounding Adams County, Illinois. Its program describes grants of $10,000–$50,000, while 2025 awards had a median of $25,000 and ranged from $5,000 to $52,543. The profile does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.

The JW Gardner II Foundation

Quincy, IL

The foundation supports qualified organizations serving Quincy, Illinois, and the Tri-State area, with grants spanning education, social services, arts, children, and disability-related programs. Its 2025 grants ranged from $1,500 to $47,135, with a median of $10,000. It accepts written requests with supporting documents; the deadline is June 30.

D Ernest and Eula Daniel Brown Charitable

Milwaukee, WI

Burdette & Kathryn Knappenberger

Bloomington, IL

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.

Dane Buy Local Foundation Inc

Madison, WI

Dane Buy Local Foundation supports buy-local education, collaboration, and programs that strengthen locally owned businesses and communities in Dane County and South Central Wisconsin; it also offers scholarships to area high school seniors pursuing post-secondary business or entrepreneurship studies. No typical award amount is stated, and the information does not say whether the Foundation accepts unsolicited funding requests.

The Minneapolis Foundation

Minneapolis, MN

The Minneapolis Foundation supports civic, social, and economic needs, including economic mobility, education equity, community safety, health, and the environment. In 2025, its grants had a median of $25,000, though awards varied widely; 77% of grant dollars went to Minnesota recipients. It does not state a general policy on unsolicited requests; current opportunities are closed, and some programs are invitation-based.