The Renaissance Fund NFP
Accepts applications
The Renaissance Fund NFP is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $669,138 in 55 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$669,138
- Number of grants55
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was up from $544,694 the year before.
39% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $544,694 | 53 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $669,138 | 55 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Renaissance Fund NFP 1327 W Washington Blvd Suite 5G-H, Chicago, IL 60607 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (312) 238-9400 |
| What to submit | Churches and/or other organizations in the Greek American or Orthodox Christian communities in the United States must submit a grant proposal which must include: I Name and address of the organization II Confirmation of 501C3 tax exempt status, or in the case of a church, confirmation of the hierarchial affiliation with a church that has confirmed 501C3 status III An organization summary with a short statement of the purpose, size, and history of the organization IV A detailed budget that identifies the projected income and expense of the organization V A proposal that describes the program. All grant proposals must be signed by two the following: The Executive Director, The Chief Executive Officer, and/or The Board Chairman of the organization. The organization must further certify that it has tax exempt status under Section 501C3 of the Internal Revenue Code and that it is not classified as a Private Foundation as defined in Section 509A of the Internal Revenue Code. Grant proposal r |
| Deadlines | Grants:7/1, Donations:On a rolling basis, Scholarships:4/1. |
| Restrictions | Organizations and grant projects must align with the foundation's charitable purpose. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Renaissance Fund NFP funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 7 | $274,684 |
| Pennsylvania | 16 | $260,136 |
| Massachusetts | 6 | $125,550 |
| Indiana | 9 | $50,395 |
| Wisconsin | 4 | $11,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $9,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $5,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Orthodox Christian Fellowship | Ministry Support | $100,000 |
| Orthodox Christian Alumni in Action | Campus Ministry Grant | $75,000 |
| American Carpatho-Russian Orthodox | Ministry Related Donation | $75,000 |
| Pan Hellenic Scholarship Foundation | Scholarships 2022 $30,000, 2023 $40,000 | $70,000 |
| St Michael's Orthodox Church | Maintenance Mania Matching Donation | $67,184 |
| Orthodox Volunteer Corps | Ministry Support | $50,000 |
| Christ the Savior Seminary | Education Ministry Support | $50,000 |
| Camp Nazareth | Youth Camper Programs | $50,000 |
| Orthodox Christians in Action | NIKA House Support | $50,000 |
| Rise on Chauncey Purdue University | Scholarship for Housing | $12,264 |
| Rise on Chauncey Purdue University | Scholarship for Housing | $11,216 |
| Orthodox Christian Fellowship | Back to School Campaign Matching Grant | $10,000 |
| The Liturgical Arts Academy | St. Philotheas Greek Orthodox Church Liturgical Arts Academy Grant | $9,000 |
| Hellenic College | Fellowship | $6,800 |
| Hellenic College | Fellowships | $6,100 |
| Purdue University | Scholarship | $5,476 |
| Orthodox Volunteer Corps | Grant for volunteer support | $5,336 |
| Orthodox Christians in Action at U | NIKA House Programming Items Donation | $5,000 |
| Purdue University | Scholarship | $4,996 |
| American Carpatho-Russian Orthodox | Donation for College Conference | $4,800 |
| Indiana University | Scholarship | $4,308 |
| Indiana University | Scholarship | $4,084 |
| Holy Theophany Orthodox Church | Donation for radio outreach | $4,000 |
| Purdue University | Scholarship | $3,846 |
| Loyola University Chicago | Fellowship | $3,750 |
| Loyola University Chicago | Fellowship | $3,750 |
| St Vladimir's Orthodox Seminary | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Wayne State University | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Wayne State University | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Indiana University of Pennsylvania | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Duquesne University | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| St Tikhon's Orthodox Seminary | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| George Washington School of Medicin | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Villanova University School of Law | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| University of WI - Stevens Point | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Carthage College | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| University of Cincinnati | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Benedictine College | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Duquesne University | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| George Washington School of Medicin | Scholarship | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven M Laduzinsky
- Wesley A Stinich
- Ann M Karavitis
- Lisa M Green
Questions people ask
Does The Renaissance Fund NFP accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Grants:7/1, Donations:On a rolling basis, Scholarships:4/1.
How much does The Renaissance Fund NFP give?
$669,138 in tax year 2024, across 55 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Renaissance Fund NFP?
Its 2024 filing lists Steven M Laduzinsky (President), Wesley A Stinich (Vice President), Ann M Karavitis (Treasurer) and Lisa M Green (Secretary).
What does The Renaissance Fund NFP fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and housing and homelessness.