HHF Program Grant Application for New Organizations
This section describes the schedule and requirements for organizations not previously receiving program grants from the Hulsebosch Hope Foundation. 2024 program grants to new organizations will be between $7,500 and $20,000.
Nonprofit Requirements for HHF Program Grants:
The nonprofit organization must meet the following requirements:
A focus on one of the following core areas:
Quality education
Meaningful work and economic growth
Fostering a sustainable community
Good health and well-being in the areas of:
Care and Support of Children
Increased Access to Mental Health Care
Located in the City of Chicago serving under-resourced communities, especially on the south and west sides of the city
Certified public charity in good standing with the IRS
Looking to grow the organization’s impact in Chicago
HHF New Organization Program Grant Schedule for 2024:
The HHF grant application and award process will consist of four distinct phases:
Phase 1: May 1, 2024- May 15, 2024 - (Closed due to overwhelming response, please follow us for future program grant opportunities.)
We will begin accepting Phase 1 prospective grantee surveys on May 1, 2024 at 9:00 CT.
Phase 1 survey application period will close on May 15, 2024, at 6:00 PM CT or until we get 20 complete submissions (plan to submit early!).
Please click here to access the New Program Grantee Application Form for 2024
Phase 2: May 23, 2024- July 15, 2024
HHF will contact applicants for a video conference to determine the alignment between their organization and the HHF mission and goals.
The HHF Grant Committee will meet to determine which applicants will be invited to submit 2024 Phase 2 program grant applications.
Phase 3: July 16, 2024 - September 17, 2024
Invited nonprofit organizations complete the 2024 Phase 2 program grant application by August 14, 2024, at 6:00 PM CT.
HHF will contact organizations to schedule a site visit between July 8, 2024, and August 22, 2024.
The HHF Board will determine the Phase 2 applicants that meet the HHF mission and goals.
Phase 4: September 18, 2024
Grant awards are announced.
Checks are mailed to grantees upon completion of their grant agreement.