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