Foundations of East Chicago
/OVERVIEW: The Foundations of East Chicago supports Education, job training, health, safety and community enrichment in Northwest Indiana.
FUNDING AREAS: Education, job training, health, safety, community enrichment
IP TAKE: This casino-affiliated foundation has many different grantmaking interests and is a great source for both program and general operating support.
PROFILE: Established in 1997, the Foundations of East Chicago (FEC) is an independent, citizen-run, private foundation based in East Chicago, Indiana. Its funding comes from East Chicago’s local casino that goes towards supporting local nonprofits, churches and schools. The foundation aims to “support local schools, churches, municipal agencies and nonprofit organizations that work to improve the quality of life in East Chicago.” FEC funds local efforts for education, job training, health, safety and community enrichment.
The Foundations of East Chicago awards general operating support grants to organizations experiencing budget shortfalls. These funds go towards operating expenses outside of salaries. General grants can also be for capital improvements, office expenses, maintenance and repairs, rent/mortgage payments and conference expenses. FEC also awards program grants for specific programs that have definitive plans and measurable outcomes. Program interests are broad and encompass many different nonprofit focus areas at the local level. In addition to grants, the foundation also awards scholarships to local students.
Grants range between about $5,000 and $35,000. Learn more about this funder’s local giving by examining its recent tax records. Grantmaking focuses on Northwest Indiana. Past local grantees include Boys & Girls Club of Northwest Indiana, East Chicago Little League and Meals on Wheels of Northwest Indiana.
This foundation accepts unsolicited grant applications from nonprofits at certain times of the year. Check the FEC website to learn when grant rounds are open. Direct general questions to the staff at 219-392-4225.
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