Grantmaking public charity · EIN 23-7376023
Forefront
Chicago, IL
Forefront is a public charity that makes grants based in Chicago, IL. On its Form 990 (Schedule I) for tax year 2024, it reported $4.6M in grants paid across 49 grants, with $18.5M in total assets. Its largest grants went to Austin Coming Together, Ymen and Westside Health Authority.
How to request funding
Its Form 990 lists the grants it made but not how it chooses recipients. Check Forefront's website or contact it to ask whether it considers requests.
How it makes and monitors grants (Schedule I, Part IV)
Forefront applicants submit a written proposal describing the scope and goals of their strategic partnership project, and outlining the one-time costs associated with the project. the proposal must include applicable financial information for the applicants and potential partners. forefront monitors these grants as appropriate, taking into account the circumstances of each individual grant.
Grants as reported on its Form 990 for tax year 2024; the application guidance above is general for this type of funder. Requirements change; confirm with the organization before applying.
Mission
To build a vibrant social impact sector for all the people of illinois.
As stated on its Form 990.
Largest grants, tax year 2024
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Coming Together | Chicago, IL | Capacity Building/General Support | $543,031 |
| Ymen | Chicago, IL | Capacity Building/General Support | $450,000 |
| Westside Health Authority | Chicago, IL | Capacity Building/General Support | $260,000 |
| Dion's Chicago Dream | Chicago, IL | Capacity Building/General Support | $253,000 |
| Gardeneers | Chicago, IL | Capacity Building/General Support | $221,000 |
| Chicago Horticultural Society | Glencoe, IL | Capacity Building/General Support | $200,000 |
| First Congregational United Church of Christ | Dekalb, IL | Capacity Building/General Support | $150,000 |
| Grow Greater Englewood | Chicago, IL | Capacity Building/General Support | $150,000 |
| Enlace Chicago | Chicago, IL | Capacity Building/General Support | $125,000 |
| Circle Urban Ministries | Chicago, IL | Capacity Building/General Support | $120,000 |
| American Indian Center | Chicago, IL | Capacity Building/General Support | $100,000 |
| Gsj Family Life Center | Chicago, IL | Capacity Building/General Support | $100,000 |
| The Hack Foundation - Hack Club | Hollywood, CA | Capacity Building/General Support | $100,000 |
| Illinois Stewardship Allliance(illinois Food Justice Alliance Infrastructur | Springfield, IL | Capacity Building/General Support | $100,000 |
| Dekalb County Community Gardens | Dekalb, IL | Capacity Building/General Support | $78,000 |
| Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project | Chicago, IL | Capacity Building/General Support | $78,000 |
| Growing Home | Chicago, IL | Capacity Building/General Support | $78,000 |
| Movement Strategy Center | Oakland, CA | Capacity Building/General Support | $78,000 |
| Trickster Art Gallery Nfp | Schaumburg, IL | Capacity Building/General Support | $78,000 |
| Brave Space Alliance | Chicago, IL | Capacity Building/General Support | $75,000 |
| Good Food Catalyst | Chicago, IL | Capacity Building/General Support | $75,000 |
| The Little Village Community Foundation | Chicago, IL | Capacity Building/General Support | $75,000 |
| Little Village Environmental Justice Organization | Chicago, IL | Capacity Building/General Support | $75,000 |
| The Endeleo Institute Inc | Chicago, IL | Capacity Building/General Support | $62,500 |
| Icna Relief USA Programs | New Hyde Park, NY | Capacity Building/General Support | $62,500 |
The 25 largest of 49 grants listed on the return. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
Quick answers
Does Forefront accept grant applications?
Its Form 990 lists the grants it made but not how it chooses recipients. Check Forefront's website or contact it to ask whether it considers requests. Form 990 does not report an application process, so confirm with the organization.
How much does Forefront give each year?
For tax year 2024, it reported $4,600,931 in grants paid (49 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has Forefront funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2024 went to Austin Coming Together (IL), $543K, Ymen (IL), $450K, Westside Health Authority (IL), $260K, Dion's Chicago Dream (IL), $253K and Gardeneers (IL), $221K.