Quick Summary
Name: Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation Status: Active Grant Maker
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | $4,202,102 (2023) |
| Grant Range | $200 - $5,000+ |
| Average Grant | $5,000 (estimated) |
| Application Method | Rolling / Fixed Deadline (varies by fund) |
Contact Details
- Website: https://southeasternillinois.org
- Phone: (217) 342-4988
- Email: admin@southeasternillinois.org
- Address: 2201 Willenborg St Suite 11, Effingham, IL 62401
Geographic Focus
Serves 12 counties in Southeastern Illinois:
- Clark, Clay, Coles, Crawford, Cumberland, Effingham, Fayette, Jasper, Lawrence, Marion, Richland, and Shelby counties
- Some specific funds serve Effingham County only or other specific localities
- Limited funding in Christian County, Kentucky and Dearborn County, Indiana (Siemer Milling Company Fund)
Funding Priorities
- Education: Teacher grants, classroom projects, rural teacher support
- Youth Development: Programs supporting young leaders and youth initiatives
- Arts: Visual arts programs in Effingham County
- Community Development: Non-profit organizations serving southeastern Illinois communities
- Preservation: Historic preservation and underrepresented stories
- General Charitable Purposes: Various community needs across the service area
What They Don't Fund
Information not readily available on website. Applicants should contact the foundation for specific exclusions.
Application Method
- Online Portal: Primary application method through southeasternillinois.org/grants
- Account-Based System: Create account to access grant applications
- Competitive Process: Incomplete applications not considered
- Paper Applications: Available upon request by contacting Kristen Bertrand
- Deadlines: Vary by specific fund and program
- Interview Process: Some applicants may be invited to interview with Fund Advisory Committee
- Contact: Kristen Bertrand, Program Officer - kristen@southeasternillinois.org or 217-342-5413
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