Allstate Foundation

Grant Details
Does the grantmaker accept LOI’s/proposals?: 
YES
Average Grant Size: 
$15,000
Program Funding Area: 
Education
Public Safety, Disaster Preparedness & Relief
Youth Development
Human Services
Civil Rights, Social Action, Advocacy, Social Justice
Geographic Funding Focus: 
Statewide
Populations Served: 
Children & Youth
Families

Mission/Giving Statement: The Allstate Foundation brings the relationships, reputation and resources of Allstate to support innovative and lasting solutions that enhance people's well-being and prosperity.

Grantmaking Program Areas: Teen Safe Driving; Economic Empowerment for Domestic Violence Survivors

Type of Funding/Funding Restrictions: The Foundation supports national and local programs that fit within their two focus areas. Proposals for program support must address needs within either focus areas to be considered for funding. Since The Allstate Foundation receives funding requests far in excess of its budget, worthy causes must often be declined even when the request falls into one of the two focus areas.

The Allstate Foundation does not support: Individuals; Fundraising events; Sponsorships; Capital and endowment campaigns; Equipment purchase unless part of a community outreach program; Athletic events; Memorial grants; Athletic teams, bands and choirs; Organizations that advocate religious beliefs or restrict participation on the basis of religion; Groups or organizations that will re-grant the foundation's gift to other organizations or individuals; Scouting groups; Private elementary and secondary schools; Requests to support travel; Grant requests for production of audio, film or video; Multi-year pledge requests; and Non-domestic (international) causes.

Application Instructions: The Foundation does not accept LOIs or proposals.  Grant application and instructions available online.  Submitting an online application is the best method of contact and only method of contact.

Best Method of Contact: 
Other
Verified by Grantmaker: 
Yes