Grantmaking

Grant requests are by invitation only. We welcome potential grantees to review  Our Process and  Frequently Asked Questions.

Overview

The Coleman Foundation uses the Fluxx grants management system for all LOIs, requests and reports. Mailed or emailed LOIs, requests and reports will no longer be accepted.

 

  • If your organization has not been funded by Coleman in the past, take our eligibility quiz here.
  • If your organization has been funded by Coleman in the past, you can access Fluxx here.
  • To re-set your password in Fluxx, read these instructions: Re-setting your password in Fluxx

 

Eligibility

The Coleman Foundation awards grants the in the following areas: Entrepreneurship, Health and Rehabilitation Services, including Cancer Care, and Developmental Disability Service Organizations.  The Foundation’s primary geographic focus is the Chicago Metropolitan area; international programs will not be considered.

 

Grants are made only to organizations that are certified by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) as tax exempt, non-profit organizations, 501(c)(3) or 509(a)(1), and that are not private foundations. No grants can be made to individuals.

 

If your work fits one of our funding areas and is located in the Chicago metro area, please submit a Letter of Inquiry

 

Here are a few examples of our recent grants

Entrepreneurship

Greater Southwest Development Corporation for the GSDC Business Academy

Cancer & Health Rehab

35 Chicago area hospitals and medical centers to create The Supportive Oncology Collaborative

Developmental Disabilities

Clearbrook for Intersect for Ability’s Building Supportive Workplace Cultures training initiative

Average Grant Size

100

Cancer Care

100

Developmental Disabilities

100

Entrepreneurship