People's Action
Chicago, Illinois · EIN 262613701 · Private foundation
Based in Chicago, Illinois, People's Action has awarded $3.9M across 64 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to People's Action Power Pac. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What People's Action funds
People's Action's giving carries a documented focus on housing & homelessness, youth development.
Populations it has supported include youth pop.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| People's Action Power Pac AFFILIATE STATE PROGRAMS SUPPORT | Dixon, CA | $599K | 2020 |
| Down Home Nc AFFILIATE STATE PROGRAMS SUPPORT | Greensboro, NC | $428K | 2020 |
| Cooperative Impacts Lab AFFILIATE STATE PROGRAMS SUPPORT | Brooklyn, NY | $370K | 2020 |
How to apply for funding from People's Action
People's Action'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 peoplesaction.org.
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Frequently asked questions about People's Action
- Does People's Action accept grant applications?
- People's Action'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 People's Action fund?
- People's Action's grants focus on housing & homelessness. Example recipients include People's Action Power Pac, Down Home Nc, Cooperative Impacts Lab. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does People's Action give in grants?
- People's Action reported $2.9M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $3.9M over 64 grants.
- Where is People's Action located?
- People's Action is based in Chicago, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 262613701.
- How can I find foundations similar to People's Action?
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