Nicor Illinois Community Investment
Chicago, Illinois · EIN 851859268 · Private foundation
Based in Chicago, Illinois, Nicor Illinois Community Investment has awarded $2.1M across 34 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2025. Its largest grant on record went to Harvey Brooks Motivation & Development Foundation. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What Nicor Illinois Community Investment funds
Nicor Illinois Community Investment's giving carries a documented focus on community improvement, economic development, food & agriculture, housing & homelessness.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvey Brooks Motivation & Development Foundation GENERAL OPERATING GRANT | Joliet, IL | $200K | 2023 |
| Think Big Corporation PROGRAMMATIC GRANT | Rockford, IL | $200K | 2023 |
| Southland Development Authority Nfp GENERAL OPERATING GRANT | Chicago, IL | $100K | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from Nicor Illinois Community Investment
Nicor Illinois Community Investment's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at nici.-il.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Nicor Illinois Community Investment
- Does Nicor Illinois Community Investment accept grant applications?
- Nicor Illinois Community Investment's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Nicor Illinois Community Investment fund?
- Nicor Illinois Community Investment's grants focus on community improvement. Example recipients include Harvey Brooks Motivation & Development Foundation, Think Big Corporation, Southland Development Authority Nfp. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Nicor Illinois Community Investment give in grants?
- Nicor Illinois Community Investment reported $500K in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2025). Across all years in our data it has awarded $2.1M over 34 grants.
- Where is Nicor Illinois Community Investment located?
- Nicor Illinois Community Investment is based in Chicago, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 851859268.
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