Sbb Research Group Foundation
The SBB Research Group Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit affiliated with SBB Research Group LLC (Chicago/Northbrook, IL) that supports community and global initiatives through grants, sponsorships, and programs such as a STEM scholarship and Champion A Charity.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A small or mid‑sized nonprofit with programs in education/STEM, youth development, community services, or similar causes seeking modest project support (typically a few thousand dollars) and preferably able to show an Illinois connection or clear community impact.
Good Fit
- • Project or program-level requests in the $500–$25,000 range (many awards under $10K).
- • Education, STEM scholarship, youth development, community service, animal welfare, or local human services work.
- • Demonstrable impact or clear, concise application materials suitable for an online form.
- • Ability to show an Illinois presence or partnership when requesting larger shares of funding.
- • New or emerging organizations—foundation funds many first‑time grantees.
Geography
Latest observed year shows grants reaching recipients in 17 states, though 75% of dollars remained in Illinois.
Recipient Variety
The foundation made 62 distinct grants in the latest year to many independent charities, with moderate concentration (top five ~36%) but a broad recipient set overall.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of openness is strong: an online application and grants contact exist and 43 of 62 recipients in the latest year were new; however, the site also notes a preselection preference, so some outreach may still be relationship‑informed.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
