Robert R Nathan Philanthropic Fund

Funding pattern

What this funder pays for, at what size, and how to position adjacent work. Read from their filings, with every number checked against the record.

4 grants matching “eager” · $40,000

• $10,000

  Hope Chicago · Chicago, IL · 2025

  Reduce economic and social inequity by funding post-secondary scholarships and non-tuition costs for chicago public school graduates and adult family members eager to return to school and update their skills.

• $10,000

  Hope Chicago · Chicago, IL · 2024

  Reduce economic and social inequity by funding post-secondary scholarships and non-tuition costs for chicago public school graduates and adult family members eager to return to school and update their skills.

• $10,000

  Hope Chicago · Chicago, IL · 2023

  Reduce economic and social inequity by funding post-secondary scholarships and non-tuition costs for chicago public school graduates and adult family members eager to return to school and update their skills.

• $10,000

  Hope Chicago · Chicago, IL · 2022

  Reduce economic and social inequity by funding post-secondary scholarships and non-tuition costs for Chicago Public School graduates and adult family members eager to return to school and update their skills.

Grant history

All 24 reported grants, largest first.

• $90,239

  Blackpacker · Colorado Springs, CO · 2023

  Create economic equity in outdoor education. Blackpackers provides free or subsidized outdoor experiences to underrepresented and economically vulnerable populations, as well as access to outdoor equipment, outdoor educ… read allCreate economic equity in outdoor education. Blackpackers provides free or subsidized outdoor experiences to underrepresented and economically vulnerable populations, as well as access to outdoor equipment, outdoor education and skill development to remove other potential barriers to outdoor recreation. Specific activities include: camping overnights for all ages with provided gear, food, and transportation, if needed; gear rentals/loans for those who are economically vulnerable; free classes for wilderness and outdoor recreation skills; access to mentors in outdoor recreation, conservation, and sustainability for future employment pipelines; connecting younger participants from school districts with resources to pursue outdoor and environmental careers in post-secondary education; work with school districts to provide outdoor recreation opportunities to low-income families. less
• $85,500

  Kramerica Gives · Thornton, CO · 2023

  Providing students with leadership and opportunities to empower them to live up to their full potential.

• $80,000

  Big City Mountaineers · Arvada, CO · 2023

  Providing transformative experiences in nature for youth from disinvested communities.

• $80,000

  Outdoor Lab Foundation · Wheat Ridge, CO · 2023

  Help students realize their leadership potential and uncover personal, interpersonal, and social skills. Though each group experience is unique, we ensure consistency and alignment with our objectives of teaching enviro… read allHelp students realize their leadership potential and uncover personal, interpersonal, and social skills. Though each group experience is unique, we ensure consistency and alignment with our objectives of teaching environmental science, physics, and astronomy while imparting civic-mindedness, self-esteem, self-efficacy, empathy, and personal responsibility. less
• $80,000

  Veteran Expedition · Salida, CO · 2023

  Empower veterans to overcome challenges associated with military service through outdoor training and leadership.

• $79,500

  Lincoln Hill Cares · Denver, CO · 2023

  Inspire the next generation of young leaders through outdoor education and recreation, cultural history exploration and workforce advancement. We serve approximately 1,200 youth and family members annually and issue an … read allInspire the next generation of young leaders through outdoor education and recreation, cultural history exploration and workforce advancement. We serve approximately 1,200 youth and family members annually and issue an annual report. We hope to inspire the next generation of young outdoor leaders who give back to their communities and support the environment. less
• $25,000

  Holocaust Museum · Chicago, IL · 2023

  Honor those who were lost in the holocaust through education.

• $25,000

  Holocaust Museum · Chicago, IL · 2022

  Honor those who were lost in the Holocaust through education.

• $11,000

  Transportation Intermediaries Association · Alexandria, VA · 2025

  Provide third party logistics professionals resources, education, information and growing businesses in service to their customers

• $10,000

  Hope Chicago · Chicago, IL · 2025

  Reduce economic and social inequity by funding post-secondary scholarships and non-tuition costs for chicago public school graduates and adult family members eager to return to school and update their skills.

• $10,000

  Hope Chicago · Chicago, IL · 2024

  Reduce economic and social inequity by funding post-secondary scholarships and non-tuition costs for chicago public school graduates and adult family members eager to return to school and update their skills.

• $10,000

  Hope Chicago · Chicago, IL · 2023

  Reduce economic and social inequity by funding post-secondary scholarships and non-tuition costs for chicago public school graduates and adult family members eager to return to school and update their skills.

• $10,000

  Hope Chicago · Chicago, IL · 2022

  Reduce economic and social inequity by funding post-secondary scholarships and non-tuition costs for Chicago Public School graduates and adult family members eager to return to school and update their skills.

• $2,500

  Midwest Fastener Association · Park Ridge, IL · 2025

  Host educational seminars and support academic growth through annual college and trade school scholarships

• $2,287

  Loaves and Fishes · Pagosa Springs, CO · 2023

  Provide hot midday meal every thursday for the entire community, focusing on low income, elderly or homeless population. Loaves and fishes averages approximately 250 guests per week. During the covid 19 emergency, loave… read allProvide hot midday meal every thursday for the entire community, focusing on low income, elderly or homeless population. Loaves and fishes averages approximately 250 guests per week. During the covid 19 emergency, loaves and fishes continues to serve, distributing an average of 300 meals per week. less
• $1,500

  Murphslife Foundation · Salt Lake City, UT · 2025

  End poverty through direct aid and storytelling

• $1,240

  Climbing Wall Association · Boulder, CO · 2022

  To provide accessibility to all people, including underserved communities subject to discrimination, harassment, or exclusion.

• $910

  Global Empowerment Mission · Doral, FL · 2022

  Provide aid to communities impacted by disaster.

• $800

  Share-a-Gfit · Boulder, CO · 2022

  Annual holiday project that provides toys, books, and bicycles for children of low-income families in the area of Colorados Boulder Valley School District.

• $560

  Sleep in Heavenly Peace · Nampa, ID · 2022

  Funds for materials to make beds for children in need.

• $500

  Sleep in Heavenly Peace · Omaha, NE · 2023

  Build and deliver beds to underprivileged children.

• $487

  Everytown Support Fund · New York, NY · 2022

  To spread awareness and educate people on gun violence prevention.

• $100

  Murphslife Foundation · Farmington, UT · 2023

  Provides aid and resources to those who need it most in developing economies by strategically identifying and helping impoverished families and communities with the goal of empowering them to become self sufficient. By … read allProvides aid and resources to those who need it most in developing economies by strategically identifying and helping impoverished families and communities with the goal of empowering them to become self sufficient. By documenting the process, these acts of charity allow contributors to see where their resources go, creating and supporting micro-eco, disaster relief, education, and other basic human needs throughout the world. With this content, murphslife seeks to empower less fortunate individuals & families become economically empowered; and highlight the natural, cultural and historic beauty of latin america, and joy of local communities. This is accomplished by providing direct assistance to families in need less
• $50

  International Rescue Committee · New York, NY · 2024

  Helps people affected by humanitarian crises

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