501(c)(3) nonprofits in ComEd's northern Illinois territory can send a short inquiry about grants for STEM and workforce programs, environment and clean energy, community and business-district vitality, or arts access. If it fits, ComEd invites a full application. One Exelon-family grant per 12 months.
ComEd makes grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofits in its service area through Exelon's four giving focus areas: STEM education and workforce development, environment and clean energy, local vitality (community development, business districts, public safety) and equal access to arts and culture. Organizations submit a brief online inquiry; if the request fits, ComEd invites a full grant application.
Our reading of the listing: for-profit businesses are not eligible for this one.
501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in the communities where ComEd employees and customers live and work (Northern Illinois); no grants to individuals
Organizations that have not received a grant from ComEd, Exelon or any Exelon subsidiary in the past 12 months
Focus areas: building Exelon's future workforce (STEM education and job training), energy empowerment (environment and clean energy), enrichment through local vitality (community development, business districts, public safety), and equal access to arts and culture
No capital campaigns (limited invitation-only exceptions); organizations that discriminate are not eligible
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