How much funding does Service Club of Chicago Philanthropic Grant Awards provide?

Funding amounts vary. Check the grant details for specifics.

When is the deadline for Service Club of Chicago Philanthropic Grant Awards?

The deadline is January 15, 2027.

Service Club of Chicago Philanthropic Grant Awards

THE SERVICE CLUB OF CHICAGO

Foundation Annual Grants for Nonprofits Grants for Capital Funding Foundation Grants

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

January 15, 2027

282 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Service Club of Chicago Philanthropic Grant Awards

Funder: The Service Club of Chicago, established 1890

Geographic Scope: Greater Chicago area; applicant's central office must be within a 25-mile radius of 233 East Erie, Chicago, Illinois

Funding Focus: Non-recurring expenses for philanthropic organizations, including but not limited to:

Equipment and capital improvements

Program-related assets and materials

Facility upgrades and expansions

What They Will NOT Fund:

Operating expenses

Employee compensation

Professional services

Rent/mortgage payments

Ongoing monthly bills

Recurring expenses covered in normal operating budget

Cash awards (disbursed directly to vendors only)

Eligibility Requirements

501(c)(3) tax-exempt status from the IRS
Minimum 3 years in operation
Must be a non-profit philanthropic organization
Must provide documentation of financial stability
Must provide current IRS 990 filing
Must provide latest full-year audited financials or CPA-reviewed financial statement
Must provide current tax-exempt certificate from the IRS
Must provide list of governing board members, staff, and directors
Must submit at least two bids for each item requested (exceptions may apply)

Ineligibility

Recent grant recipients: Organizations that received grants in the preceding year are not eligible to apply for the following 3 consecutive calendar years. For example, for the 2026 grant cycle, only agencies granted in 2023 and earlier can be considered.
Exception: Organizations denied in the preceding three-year period may apply in the current year.

Application and Review Timeline

Application Period: December 1 – January 15 (no exceptions; online applications are time-stamped)
Committee Scheduling: End of January
Interviews/Site Visits: February through Early May
Committee Decision: June
Award Reception: June
Committee Site Visits: First-time applicants and those not visited within the past five years will receive facility visits by Philanthropic Committee members

Contact Information

The Service Club of Chicago 233 East Erie, Suite 405 Chicago, Illinois 60611 Phone (Voice Mail): (312) 220-9600 Fax: (312) 940-5905 Email: [email protected]

Additional Notes

Incomplete applications will not be considered
Applications must adhere to format requirements and not exceed page limits to facilitate timely committee review
Do not include organizational brochures, newspaper articles, or other supplemental materials with the application; these may be shared during interviews or site visits
Paper copy submission required along with supporting documents (marked "leave without signature")

How to Apply

1. Create an Account
- Visit the registration page at theserviceclubofchicago.org/grants/registration/
- Create a user account with your name, email, and password
- Upon account creation, you'll have access to the online grant application form

2. Review Application Guidelines
- Before submitting, read and understand the Grant Application Guidelines at theserviceclubofchicago.org/grants/application-guidelines/
- Ensure your organization meets all eligibility requirements

3. Complete Online Application
- Applications are only available from December 1 – January 15
- Complete the online Grant Application Form
- Online applications are time-stamped
- You will receive a confirmation email with a copy of your application

4. Gather Required Supporting Documents
- Current IRS tax-exempt certificate (501(c)(3) status documentation)
- Latest IRS 990 tax filing
- Latest full year of audited financials OR CPA-reviewed financial statement
- At least two competitive bids for each item/service requested (exceptions may apply)
- List of governing board members, staff, and directors
- If part of a larger organization, financial summary must reflect your specific business unit

5. Submit Paper Copy and Documents
- Print one (1) complete copy of the online application
- Include one (1) copy of each supporting document listed above
- Mail or hand-deliver to:
- The Service Club of Chicago
- Attention: Philanthropic Chairman
- 233 East Erie – Suite 405
- Chicago, IL 60611
- Mark packages "leave without signature" (no paid staff available during business hours)

6. Interview and/or Site Visit
- A Philanthropic Committee member will call to schedule your interview and/or on-site facility visit
- Interviews and visits typically occur February through Early May
- First-time applicants and those not visited within the past five years will receive a facility visit

7. Award Notification
- Committee makes decisions in June
- Grant recipients are invited to an award reception in June
- Grants are disbursed directly to vendors (not to the agency)

Application Format Requirements

Use the generic online application form provided
Do not exceed page limits or submit excessive narrative
Conform to format requirements for timely committee review
Do not submit organizational brochures, newspaper articles, or other supplemental materials with the application