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Foundation Rolling (Quarterly) Grants for NonprofitsGrants for Youth Sports

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Rolling (quarterly review)

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Rolling — applications accepted year-round
Tracked since
April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

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Required status

  • 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Other requirements

  • Chicagoland area
  • Priority is given to organizations that work with or directly service economically disadvantaged or otherwise challenged youth in the Chicagoland area

Not eligible / not funded

  • Not eligible: 501(c)(3) documentation (required - applications without this will not be considered)

Overview

Program Focus: The Kicks for Kids program provides economically or otherwise challenged youth in the Chicagoland area with an opportunity to enjoy a Chicago Fire match at no cost.

Program History:

  • More than 80,000 children have participated since inception
  • Operated in partnership with 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations

Geographic Scope:

  • Chicagoland area

Eligible Organizations:

  • Must be 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations in the Chicagoland area
  • Priority is given to organizations that work with or directly service economically disadvantaged or otherwise challenged youth in the Chicagoland area

What is Provided:

  • Free tickets to Chicago Fire matches
  • Tickets must be used for youth with a limited number of tickets utilized for adults who provide supervision and transportation only

Program Rules & Requirements:

  • Tickets cannot be sold or exchanged under any circumstances
  • Organizations must keep track of dates and number of tickets confirmed for utilization
  • If unable to utilize tickets once confirmed, one week's notice must be given to allocate tickets to another charitable organization
  • Organizations must utilize at least 75% of the tickets donated to be considered for future ticket donation requests
  • Failure to utilize given tickets or adhere to program guidelines will result in loss of consideration or eligibility for future ticket distributions

Contact Information:

  • communityrelations@chicagofirefc.com

How to Apply

Application Process

To apply, email communityrelations@chicagofirefc.com with the following required information:

  1. Your request
  2. Organization Name
  3. Contact Person
  4. Number of tickets requested
  5. Game Date
  6. 501(c)(3) documentation (required - applications without this will not be considered)

Important Notes:

  • Incomplete applications WILL NOT be processed
  • Applications not completed online WILL NOT be accepted
  • Applications must be submitted via email to communityrelations@chicagofirefc.com

What Chicago Fire Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024
4
Total given
$640K
Median grant
$65K
Range
$10K–$500K
  • By dollars: Illinois 98%, Massachusetts 2%. Top recipient cities: Chicago, IL; Northbrook, IL; Braintree, MA.

Example grants

  • North Austin Community Center · Chicago, IL

    Program support

    $500K

  • Chicago Park District · Chicago, IL

    Program support

    $100K

  • All Kids Play · Northbrook, IL

    Program support

    $30K

  • Good Sports Inc · Braintree, MA

    Event sponsorship

    $10K

IRS Form 990, 2024. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Nonprofits
  • Youth sports

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