The Springboard Foundation funds organizations providing after-school and summer-school programs to Chicago's youth. A Springboard grant is often part of a multi-year, long-term investment intended to help an agency enhance its organizational stability, expand the reach of its programs, and provide bridges to long-term sources of funding. Springboard invites proposals from small, community-based programs working in disadvantaged communities. Members monitor the impact of each grant, and work on an ongoing basis to gauge further funding requirements.
Eligibility
- Must be a qualified 501(c)(3), as defined by the Internal Revenue Service Code
- Must serve the residents of Chicago
- Must have a program budget less than $500,000
- Must provide after-school programs
Grant Amounts
- $5,000 to $20,000
- Additional funding may be available, based on progress and impact
Grant Cycle and Deadlines
Springboard makes grants once each year, beginning with applications accepted in early spring.
2010 grant dates:
- Proposal due: early spring 2010
- Site visits and grant decision: summer 2010
- Grants awarded: fall 2010
How to Apply
1. Proposal
Grant seekers begin by contacting Janice Atkins Washington at 312.616.8000 ext. 150 or by email, If your program qualifies for funding, full details of the proposal and application process will be provided at that time.
2. Proposal Review
Following submission, proposals will be reviewed as follows:
- Springboard members and Trust grant making staff will contact your agency to request any additional information and schedule a site visit.
- Grant recommendations are reviewed by Springboard members.
