Colonel Stanley R. McNeil Foundation Grant

The Colonel Stanley R. McNeil Foundation aims to support quality educational, human services, and health care programming for underserved populations, with a special focus on children's causes. Established by Colonel Stanley R. McNeil and Merna McNeil, the foundation prioritizes charitable organizations that have a strong impact on children's lives. Active community involvement and philanthropy characterized the McNeils' commitment to making a difference.

Type of Support

Overview

The grant program of the Colonel Stanley R. McNeil Foundation is designed to support organizations and programs that align with its goal of aiding underserved populations, specifically targeting children's causes, start-up initiatives within the human services or arts and cultural arenas, and healthcare. The foundation is particularly interested in funding entities that can make a significant impact in these areas, reflecting the founders' lifelong commitment to philanthropy and community service.

Eligibility

Organization's Location
USA
Program Location
IL (Cook County, DuPage County, Kane County, Lake County, McHenry County, Will County)
Organization Type
Organization Budget And Years
Organization's annual budget is less than 1M
Other
  • Operating budget is less than $1 million
  • Multi-year funding requests are considered
  • Grant requests for naming opportunities that honor Colonel McNeil and his wife, Merna, are encouraged
  • Organizations may only submit 1 application to 1 of the following foundations within the same calendar year: Grace Bersted Foundation, Colonel R. Stanley McNeil Foundation, Carl R. Hendrickson Family Foundation, Henrietta Lange Burke Fund, Alfred Bersted Foundation

Ineligibility

Individuals
Endowment campaigns
Capital projects
not specified

Submission

Review Criteria

Priority is placed on supporting nonprofits focused on addressing the requirements of children.

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