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Startup Grants (Individuals)

LUTHERAN LEGACY FOUNDATION INC

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Funding Amount

$5,000 bonus match on initial gifts of $20,000 or more

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Startup Grants for Individuals

Funder: Lutheran Legacy Foundation Inc (IL, US)

Purpose: Help individuals establish personal endowment funds with a bonus match on initial gifts.

Geographic Scope: Individuals establishing designated funds with LLF

Award Amount: $5,000 bonus match on initial gifts of $20,000 or more

Key Features:

  • One-time bonus match for individuals starting new endowment funds

  • Matching funds are genuine investments, not loans, and never need to be repaid

  • Matching funds must be used to build the endowment, not spent directly

  • Part of LLF's individual designated fund program

    • Eligibility:

  • Must be starting a new endowment fund with LLF

  • Must provide initial investment of at least $5,000

  • Must invest $20,000 or more to receive the full $5,000 match

    • What They Fund:

  • Individual designated endowment funds

  • Personal legacy giving initiatives

    • Contact Information:

  • Address: 513 South Main Street, P.O. Box 31, Paris, IL 61944

  • Phone: 217-463-8202

  • Email: Info@LutheranLegacyFoundation.org

  • Website: lutheranlegacyfoundation.org

    • Background:
    Lutheran Legacy Foundation offers matching grants for individuals who want to create lasting personal legacies through endowment funds. The organization manages over $80 million in assets with 250+ active organization funds.

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Step 1 — Easy Application
    - Fill out a simple application with information about your desired fund, funding goals, and initial investment
    - Contact LLF to apply

    2. Step 2 — LLF Matching Grants Review
    - LLF reviews your application and confirms match eligibility
    - Confirms $5,000 bonus for $20,000+ initial gift

    3. Step 3 — Growth & Distribution
    - Once your fund is established, it begins growing and generating annual support

      Required Information:

    • Information about your desired fund and its purpose
    • Initial investment amount (minimum $5,000; $20,000+ to receive full match)
    • Contact information

      Notes:

    • If unsure whether your donation qualifies, LLF is happy to walk you through the process
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    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    faith-based

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