US Bancorp Foundation Community Grants in Illinois
Illinois 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, or community arts and culture can apply to this program. 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
Costco Foundation Support for Youth Services
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Illinois that run programs for children, education, or health and human services may be eligible for monetary support, which could complement social science research or evaluation components. Grants from Costco Foundation help community-based programs demonstrate measurable outcomes, collaborate locally, and leverage a broad base of financial support.
Costco Foundation
Youth and Child Welfare Funding from Dan Paul Foundation
Illinois 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving youth through health, education, development, or welfare programs can access funding through the Dan Paul Foundation, with awards up to US $15,000. Projects may include child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, refugee enrichment, environmental education, or related initiatives that could incorporate social science research components.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Support for Scalable Solutions
Early-stage, independent nonprofit and impact-first for-profit organizations in Illinois tackling urgent social or environmental problems can access funding through Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation. DRK provides up to US $300,000 plus intensive capacity-building and community support for scalable, systems-focused models that directly benefit underserved populations and can reach at least 10,000 people within five years.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Illinois Economic Empowerment Funding via Cisco Foundation
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment programs in Illinois can access funding through Cisco Systems Foundation. Grants up to US $100,000 support innovative, early-stage, tech-enabled solutions serving predominantly economically underserved communities, which may include social science-informed approaches to economic mobility, workforce readiness, or green jobs initiatives.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Foundation Grants for Illinois Communities
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies in Illinois can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Focused on long-term community impact, State Farm Companies Foundation invites projects in areas like disaster preparedness, affordable housing, job training, financial literacy, and K–12 or higher education that may intersect with social science research priorities.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Arts and Culture Funding for Nonprofits from Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural nonprofits 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, including in Illinois. The William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes arts education, artist development, and STEAM-focused programs that reach large or underserved audiences.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Community Health and Education Funding from Labcorp
Nonprofit organizations supporting health, education, or community services in Illinois may be eligible for grants that fund food pantries, healthcare access, STEM education, and wellness initiatives. Grants from Labcorp Charitable Foundation help U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations or equivalent charities expand services for underserved populations and promote healthy lifestyles through research, screening, and related programs.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
PNC Foundation Support for Illinois Communities
Illinois 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in early childhood education or community economic development can seek funding for programs serving low- and moderate-income residents. Focused on education and neighborhood revitalization, PNC Foundation invites community-based organizations in its Illinois service areas to propose initiatives like early learning, workforce development, affordable housing support, and small business technical assistance.
PNC Foundation
Roche Support for Global Community Programs
Illinois social science and community-focused charities can access funding through Roche for humanitarian, educational, environmental, and contemporary arts projects. Accredited organizations with innovative, high-quality initiatives that promote sustainable development and engage Roche expertise, local partners, and employees may be eligible, including programs with a social science research or policy dimension.
La Roche, Inc.
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Illinois seeking support for community development, basic needs, workforce education, arts, or related initiatives can apply for Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s sponsorship program. With a mission to strengthen low- and moderate-income communities, Bank of America Charitable Foundation provides U.S. nonprofits with regional sponsorships that may benefit social science or policy-focused community programs.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Human Services Grants in Illinois
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Illinois human and social service nonprofits helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can access funding through Gupta Family Foundation; awards range from US $5,000 - US $250,000. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) entities with revenues between $300,000 and $3,000,000, including those doing poverty alleviation, disability services, or humanitarian relief, may be eligible alongside international peers.
Gupta Family Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Support for Storytelling
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits can seek J.W. Couch Foundation’s Storytelling Grant to fund communications that showcase their community impact. The program supports storytelling for work in preservation, education, or wellness across the U.S.; Illinois organizations conducting social science-related or community-focused programs may be eligible.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Humanitarian and Education Funding for 501(c)(3)s from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations serving the Southern U.S. can seek Robinson Foundation funding for education, poverty relief, disaster response, health, veterans, families, and related humanitarian programs. With a mission to relieve hardship, the foundation supports single-year projects; Illinois-based social science or policy initiatives may qualify only if they primarily serve communities below the Mason-Dixon line.
Robinson Foundation
Smithsonian Institution Research Grants in Illinois
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Doctoral candidates at Big Ten Academic Alliance universities conducting Smithsonian-based research in fields like anthropology, ecology, art history, or U.S. social and cultural history can receive up to US $50,000 in stipend and research support. Illinois social science researchers enrolled at eligible institutions may use this fellowship for 3–12 months of dissertation work in residence.
Smithsonian Institution (SI)
Community Services Funding from Insperity
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Illinois 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services or fundraising events can apply for grants or event sponsorships; funding is limited to charities serving areas where Insperity employees live and work. Insperity provides philanthropic contributions and sponsorships once per year to eligible organizations, which may include those engaged in social science or political science-related community work.
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 may be eligible for support that can complement social science research activities. With a mission to uplift positive change, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides flexible funding for charitable initiatives that respect people, life, and the environment.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Youth and Basic Needs Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near TJX locations in Illinois working on basic needs, youth education, workforce readiness, or domestic violence services can seek program funding through The Tjx Foundation. Grants may benefit groups supporting vulnerable families and at-risk youth with food, shelter, enrichment, job training, and safety from domestic violence.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Illinois Community and Environmental Funding via Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Illinois seeking support for environmental or human services work can apply for Lawrence Foundation’s unrestricted grants, typically ranging from US $5,000 - US $10,000. Eligible U.S.-headquartered groups conducting community or environmental programs, including social science-related initiatives, may request program or general operating support.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Support for Community Programs
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Illinois and across the U.S. can seek funding for community programs, education, arts, health facilities, environmental conservation, and services for youth, seniors, and people with disabilities. With a mission to help smaller projects where modest grants have big impact, Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation provides US $1,000 - US $20,000 awards that may benefit social science-related initiatives.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Community Vitality Funding for Nonprofits from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on basic needs, community development, cultural enrichment, or volunteer-driven causes can apply for Ameriprise Financial’s community grants, including organizations in Illinois. Ameriprise Financial provides funding for hunger relief, shelter and supportive housing, adult self-sufficiency, economic development, arts access, and other community vitality initiatives, with priority where Ameriprise volunteers are actively engaged.
Ameriprise Financial
Education and Service Funding from Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations conducting education, social service, health, civic, cultural, or environmental programs in Illinois can seek project funding through this annual program. Dr Scholl Foundation supports a broad range of initiatives, including those tied to social science and political science research, with awards from US $5,000 - US $25,000, primarily for U.S.-based applicants.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Graduate Tuition Funding from Kosciuszko Foundation
Applications due Feb 17, 2027
Illinois graduate students of Polish descent pursuing full-time master’s or Ph.D. studies can access funding through the Kosciuszko Foundation for tuition at U.S. colleges and universities or English medical schools in Poland, with awards from US $1,000 - US $12,000. All fields, including social sciences and related research areas, may be eligible.
Kosciuszko Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Community Impact Grants
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving Illinois communities with programs in economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief can apply for the O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grant. Eligible organizations may request project, general operating, or capital support if they benefit local communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts has a business presence.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Union Pacific Foundation Grants for Illinois Communities
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Union Pacific Foundation provides Illinois nonprofit organizations with project-based funding for safety, workforce development, community vitality, and environmental sustainability programs; awards range from US $5,000 - US $30,000. Eligible 501(c)(3) public charities serving communities on the Union Pacific rail network, including those conducting community-focused social science research, may apply.
Union Pacific Foundation
Youth and Community Funding from Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Illinois 501(c)(3) nonprofits and equivalent charities serving youth, families, food security, or environmental stewardship can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants ranging from US $30,000 - US $350,000. Programs may include youth leadership and academic success, housing and family services, hunger and food insecurity, or community and environmental initiatives.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc