US Bancorp Foundation Community Development Grants in Illinois
Illinois 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, or community arts and culture can seek funding to support community development programs. With a mission to create equitable, lasting change, US Bancorp Foundation prioritizes organizations in designated U.S. Bank communities, especially those led by people of color and addressing multiple “work, home, and play” pillars.
US Bancorp Foundation
Illinois Youth and Health Funding via Costco Foundation
Illinois 501(c)(3) nonprofits running programs for children, education, or health and human services can access funding through Costco Foundation for monetary support of community-based initiatives. Organizations with evolutionary biology education or youth-focused programming that fits these priorities may be eligible; applications are reviewed within 4–6 weeks and evaluated on community need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and budget.
Costco Foundation
Illinois Innovative Human Services Funding via Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem–solving programs, including those in Illinois, can seek invitation-only support to launch or redirect impactful initiatives. With a mission to back creative approaches, Creag Foundation provides grants to smaller or evolving organizations developing new ways to address societal issues, which may include evolutionary biology–related community or health projects.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Grants for Illinois Youth
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth through education, health, development, welfare, or scientific programs in Illinois and beyond can receive up to US $15,000 for direct services. The Dan Paul Foundation supports projects including early childhood development, child advocacy, poverty and homelessness services, and scientific endeavors, which may include evolutionary biology-related initiatives involving youth.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Social Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofits and mission-driven for-profits in Illinois tackling urgent social or environmental problems can seek up to US $300,000 over three years for scalable solutions. With a mission to dramatically improve underserved communities, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation provides capacity, capital, and community to help organizations grow and measure their impact, including those working in evolutionary biology–related areas.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
State Farm Foundation Community Grants in Illinois
Educational institutions, government programs, and qualifying nonprofits in Illinois can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives, including STEM and academic programs. With a mission to strengthen communities, State Farm Foundation provides U.S. organizations with support for projects like disaster preparedness, affordable housing, job training, financial literacy, and food insecurity efforts that may benefit research or education-focused programs.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Arts and Culture Funding for Nonprofits from Hearst Foundation
U.S. 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can seek more than US $100,000 to support arts and science programming, capital projects, or limited general support from the William Randolph Hearst Foundation. Illinois organizations in performing arts, museums, arts education, or STEAM initiatives serving broad audiences may be competitive applicants.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Support for Community Health
Nonprofit and equivalent charitable organizations working in health, education, or community services in Illinois may be eligible for funding to expand equitable care, education, and local support programs. Labcorp Charitable Foundation supports projects such as healthcare for underserved populations, food pantries, STEM programming, and healthy lifestyle initiatives, which may include evolutionary biology-related education or research outreach.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Illinois Youth Education Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Illinois organizations and social enterprises serving urban low-income children through education, health, or family economic stability projects can seek more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Focused on measurable impact, the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation funds eligible entities working in the U.S., India, and South Africa whose programs align with its mission and values.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Early Education and Community Grants from PNC Foundation
Illinois 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on early childhood education, community development, or services for low- and moderate-income residents can access funding through PNC Foundation’s Foundation Grant. Support may cover early learning programs, educator development, affordable housing, small business assistance, arts and culture, job training, and neighborhood revitalization in communities where PNC has a significant presence.
PNC Foundation
La Roche Support for Global Community Programs
Accredited charities in Illinois and worldwide can seek funding for humanitarian, social development, science education, community, environmental, and contemporary arts projects that engage Roche expertise and employees. Grants from La Roche help organizations whose programs are locally based in the same country as a Roche affiliate and meet its sustainable development priorities.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Grants for Illinois Health
Illinois nonprofits and humanitarian organizations working on health, education, or disaster relief for marginalized communities can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation, which supports projects in the U.S. and abroad. Programs addressing healthcare access, women and children’s health, disabilities, hunger, homelessness, or related human services may be eligible.
Semnani Family Foundation
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Illinois can seek sponsorship support for community development, basic needs, workforce education, arts, environment, and diversity initiatives. With a mission to advance economic mobility, Bank of America Charitable Foundation provides regional U.S. sponsorships that may benefit Illinois programs, including those whose work intersects with scientific or educational efforts in evolutionary biology communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Humanitarian Funding for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including those in Illinois, can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants ranging from US $5,000 - US $250,000 to support humanitarian and social services programs. Eligible 501(c)(3)s or qualifying foreign entities with revenues between $300,000 and $3,000,000 and operations in approved countries may benefit.
Gupta Family Foundation
Robinson Foundation Grants for Southern Nonprofits
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving the Southern U.S. with programs in areas like education, health, poverty relief, animal welfare, or conservation may be eligible for funding supporting their services. Robinson Foundation supports humanitarian, family, and community-focused work; Illinois-based groups with projects serving communities below the Mason-Dixon line could qualify.
Robinson Foundation
Smithsonian Institution Support for Illinois Evolutionary Biology
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Doctoral candidates at Big Ten Academic Alliance universities conducting Smithsonian-based evolutionary biology or related research can receive up to US $50,000, including stipend and research allowance. The Smithsonian Institution provides Illinois and other member-university scholars with 3–12 month fellowships for dissertation-stage projects in fields such as evolution, ecology, anthropology, art history, and U.S. cultural history.
Smithsonian Institution (SI)
Insperity Community Services Grants in Illinois
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Illinois 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services or fundraising events can apply for Insperity’s corporate contributions and event sponsorships. Eligible organizations must either engage Insperity employees, be Insperity clients, or serve communities where its employees live and work; one grant or sponsorship request is allowed per year.
Insperity
Illinois Community and Environment Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding in Illinois can seek support for their programs. With a mission to respect all life and the environment, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides charitable organizations with funding that may benefit evolutionary biology or related environmental initiatives.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Grants for Illinois Communities
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Illinois 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and eligible local government entities can seek funding for education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment projects that serve communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities. Georgia-Pacific Foundation provides support to organizations located within 30 miles of a GP manufacturing community, including many counties across Illinois.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Illinois Youth Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Illinois located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can seek funding for basic needs, at-risk youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. Grants from TJX Foundation help community organizations serving vulnerable families and children build better futures through targeted program support.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Illinois Environmental Funding via Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries seeking environmental or human services program or operating support in Illinois can apply for grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000. With a mission to support environmental and human services causes, Lawrence Foundation provides unrestricted grants that may benefit Illinois groups conducting evolutionary biology or related environmental work.
Lawrence Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Community Vitality Grants in Illinois
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Illinois 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing basic needs, community development, cultural enrichment, or volunteer-driven causes can apply for Ameriprise Financial support. Ameriprise Financial provides Illinois community-focused organizations with funding for hunger relief, shelters and supportive housing, financial literacy, workforce readiness, arts education, and neighborhood revitalization, with priority for sites engaging Ameriprise employee and advisor volunteers.
Ameriprise Financial
Illinois Community Programs Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Illinois 501(c)(3) organizations seeking support for education, health care, social services, civic or cultural, environmental, or community programs can apply for grants from the Dr Scholl Foundation. Awards of US $5,000 - US $25,000 are made primarily to U.S. applicants for one year of project-focused funding.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Illinois 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving community quality of life can access funding through O'Reilly Automotive Foundation for project, general operating, or capital support. U.S.-based organizations in O’Reilly Auto Parts communities working on economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief may be eligible, including programs serving underserved and underrepresented individuals and families.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Union Pacific Foundation Community Grants in Illinois
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Illinois 501(c)(3) public charities can access funding for safety, workforce development, community vitality, and environmental sustainability projects through the Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Local Grants, with awards from US $5,000 - US $30,000. Eligible programs must primarily serve communities on Union Pacific’s service list and demonstrate clear need, impact, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Union Pacific Foundation
Youth and Community Funding from Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with programs for underserved youth, families, food security, or environmental stewardship in Illinois and beyond can seek US $30,000 - US $350,000 for program support. Grants from Chick Fil A Foundation help organizations in the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, and Singapore advance youth development, housing, hunger relief, and related community initiatives.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc