How much funding does SBB Research Group Grant provide?

SBB Research Group Grant provides US $1,000 - US $5,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for SBB Research Group Grant?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for SBB Research Group Grant?

Required: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.

How often is SBB Research Group Grant offered?

SBB Research Group Grant accepts applications on a rolling basis.

SBB Research Group Grant

SBB Research Group Foundation

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Funding Amount

US $1,000 - US $5,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

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

From the program guidelines: “SBBRG’s Philanthropy Committee (the “Committee”) will review applications on an ongoing, rolling basis.The Committee will select certain candidates as “Nominees” and contact them for a brief phone or video call to learn more about their organization’s mission and work.The…”

Can we apply?

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Required status

501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Other requirements

Please apply only once per calendar year.

Overview

The SBB Research Group Grant offers $5,000 to 501(c)(3) organizations with a focus on addressing unmet needs through sustainable strategies. The application process is streamlined, consisting of just ten questions. The evaluation includes a review by the Philanthropy Committee, which selects nominees for interviews and finalists for presentations. Winners receive funding and further opportunities, while all finalists receive $1,000. This grant aims to empower organizations with 5 to 49 full-time employees.

Online Application for $5,000 Grants
SBB Research Group Foundation supports ambitious organizations solving unmet needs with thoughtful, long-term strategies. SBBRG recognizes that organizations have limited time and resources already, so the grant application is just 10 short questions.
Selection and Award Process
SBBRG’s Philanthropy Committee (the “Committee”) will review applications on an ongoing, rolling basis.The Committee will select certain candidates as “Nominees” and contact them for a brief phone or video call to learn more about their organization’s mission and work.The Committee will name a select number of Nominees as “Finalists.”Finalists will be invited to give a formal presentation for up to ten (10) minutes to the Committee via video conference; the Committee will ask follow-up questions.The Committee will vote to select at least one (1) Winner per month, who shall receive a grant of five thousand dollars ($5,000) and the opportunity to pursue additional funding opportunities from SBB Research Group. All other Finalists shall receive one thousand dollars ($1,000).

Eligibility

Who Can Apply?Any 501(c)(3) organization may applyPlease apply only once per calendar year.

What SBB Research Group Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2025

Grants in 2025: 75
Total given: $320K
Median grant: $2,500
Range: $21–$25K

By dollars: Illinois 70%, Massachusetts 14%, District of Columbia 4%. Top recipient cities: Chicago, IL; Gurnee, IL; Cambridge, MA.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
59% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

Example grants

Chicago Scholars · Chicago, IL

To further the mission of the donee

$25K
Automotive Mentoring Group · Chicago, IL

To further the mission of the donee

$10K
Center for Enriched Living · Riverwoods, IL

To further the mission of the donee

$10K
Charles River Conservancy Inc · Cambridge, MA

To further the mission of the donee

$10K
Chicago Childrens Museum · Chicago, IL

To further the mission of the donee

$10K