Enchanted Backpack is a private corporation based in CHICAGO, IL. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2017. The principal officer is % Andrew Langert Registered Agent. It holds total assets of $4.7M. Annual income is reported at $5.6M. MOBILE VAN PROGRAM - ENCHANTED BACKPACK CARRIES OUT ITS EXEMPT ACTIVITIES BY ACQUIRING SCHOOL SUPPLIES AND SCHOOL ACCESSORIES BASED ON FOCUS GROUPS AND SURVEYS WITH SCHOOL PRINCIPALS, ADMINISTRATORS AND TEACHERS. ENCHANTED BACKPACK PROVIDES TOOLS TO HELP IMPROVE LEARNING AND TEACH IMPORTANT VALUES SUCH AS SHARING AND SELF-RESPECT TO YOUNGER CHILDRENDURING THEIR FORMATIVE YEARS. THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN EXPANDED TO INCLUDE THE TEACHER APPRECIATION AND WASHER DRYER PROGRAMS. THE TEACHER APPRECIATION PROGRAM PROVIDES SCHOOLS WITH RESOURCES TO SHOW GRATITUDE AND SUPPORT TO THEIR TEACHERS. THE WASHER DRYER PROGRAM PROVIDES WASHING MACHINES, DRYERS AND RELATED SUPPLIES TO SCHOOLS TO ENHANCE STUDENTS' SELF-ESTEEM AND ATTENDANCE. ENCHANTED BACKPACK WANTS TO MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF CHILDREN AND TEACHERS BY REINFORCING KEY VALUES AND SUPPORTING THE GROWTH OF BETTER EDUCATED, PRINCIPLE DRIVEN INDIVIDUALS. According to available records, Enchanted Backpack has made 450 grants totaling $2.4M, with a median grant of $3K. The foundation has distributed between $1.1M and $1.3M annually from 2021 to 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $13 to $55K, with an average award of $5K. The foundation has supported 309 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Illinois, Florida, Indiana, which account for 97% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 7 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Programs & Activities
MOBILE VAN PROGRAM - ENCHANTED BACKPACK CARRIES OUT ITS EXEMPT ACTIVITIES BY ACQUIRING SCHOOL SUPPLIES AND SCHOOL ACCESSORIES BASED ON FOCUS GROUPS AND SURVEYS WITH SCHOOL PRINCIPALS, ADMINISTRATORS AND TEACHERS. ENCHANTED BACKPACK PROVIDES TOOLS TO HELP IMPROVE LEARNING AND TEACH IMPORTANT VALUES SUCH AS SHARING AND SELF-RESPECT TO YOUNGER CHILDRENDURING THEIR FORMATIVE YEARS. THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN EXPANDED TO INCLUDE THE TEACHER APPRECIATION AND WASHER DRYER PROGRAMS. THE TEACHER APPRECIATION PROGRAM PROVIDES SCHOOLS WITH RESOURCES TO SHOW GRATITUDE AND SUPPORT TO THEIR TEACHERS. THE WASHER DRYER PROGRAM PROVIDES WASHINGMACHINES, DRYERS AND RELATED SUPPLIES TO SCHOOLS TO ENHANCE STUDENTS' SELF-ESTEEM AND ATTENDANCE. ENCHANTED BACKPACK WANTS TO MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF CHILDREN AND TEACHERS BY REINFORCING KEY VALUES AND SUPPORTING THE GROWTH OF BETTER EDUCATED, PRINCIPLE DRIVEN INDIVIDUALS.
Expenses: $934K
ADOPT A SCHOOL PROGRAM - ENCHANTED BACKPACK CARRIES OUT ITS EXEMPT ACTIVITIES BY PARTNERING WITH SELECTED SCHOOL TEACHERS AND PRINCIPALS TO DETERMINE LARGER NEEDS OUTSIDE OF CLASSROOM SUPPLIES. THESE COULD BE PROJECTS SUCH AS PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT, ENHANCED READING CENTERS, UPGRADED TECHNOLOGY OR OTHER INNOVATIVE IDEAS. ENCHANTED BACKPACK THEN DONATES UP TO $20,000 TO THESE SCHOOLS TO FUND THESE EFFORTS. THE PARTNERSHIP LASTS AN ENTIRE SCHOOL YEAR, WITH ADDITIONAL SUPPORT PROVIDED BY ENCHANTED BACKPACK TO ENSURE THE SUCCESS OF THESE PROJECTS. THIS PROGRAM FURTHER SUPPORTS ENCHANTED BACKPACK'S MISSION TO MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE IN LIVES OF CHILDREN AND TEACHERS.
Expenses: $131K
CC'S WISH LIST ENCHANTED BACKPACK CARRIES OUT ITS EXEMPT ACTIVITIES BY DONATING INKIND GOODS TO TAXEXEMPT ORGANIZATIONS SUPPORTING THOSE IN NEED IN THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH THEY OPERATE. QUALIFYING ORGANIZATIONS RECEIVE INFORMATION ON AVAILABLE MERCHANDISE FROM CC'S WISH LIST ON A ROTATING BASIS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR AND SUBMIT A WISH LIST BASED ON WHAT ITEMS FROM THE LIST WILL BEST SERVE THE CONSTITUENTS, CLIENTS, GUESTS AND COMMUNITY WITHIN WHICH THEY PROVIDE SUPPORT SERVICES. INKIND DONATION ITEMS GENERALLY INCLUDE CLOTHING, OUTERWEAR, SHOES, BEDDING, AND HOME GOODS. THE PROGRAM MAXIMIZES COMMUNITY IMPACT WITH INCREDIBLE GIFTS INKIND, ACHIEVING THE ENCHANTEDBACKPACK MISSION TO MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF CHILDREN AND THEIR SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Enchanted Backpack fund?
MOBILE VAN PROGRAM - ENCHANTED BACKPACK CARRIES OUT ITS EXEMPT ACTIVITIES BY ACQUIRING SCHOOL SUPPLIES AND SCHOOL ACCESSORIES BASED ON FOCUS GROUPS AND SURVEYS WITH SCHOOL PRINCIPALS, ADMINISTRATORS AND TEACHERS. ENCHANTED BACKPACK PROVIDES TOOLS TO HELP IMPROVE LEARNING AND TEACH IMPORTANT VALUES SUCH AS SHARING AND SELF-RESPECT TO YOUNGER CHILDRENDURING THEIR FORMATIVE YEARS. THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN EXPANDED TO INCLUDE THE TEACHER APPRECIATION AND WASHER DRYER PROGRAMS. THE TEACHER APPRECIATION PROGRAM PROVIDES SCHOOLS WITH RESOURCES TO SHOW GRATITUDE AND SUPPORT TO THEIR TEACHERS. THE WASHER DRYER PROGRAM PROVIDES WASHING MACHINES, DRYERS AND RELATED SUPPLIES TO SCHOOLS TO ENHANCE STUDENTS' SELF-ESTEEM AND ATTENDANCE. ENCHANTED BACKPACK WANTS TO MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF CHILDREN AND TEACHERS BY REINFORCING KEY VALUES AND SUPPORTING THE GROWTH OF BETTER EDUCATED, PRINCIPLE DRIVEN INDIVIDUALS. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 450 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in IL, FL, IN.
How much does Enchanted Backpack give in grants?
Enchanted Backpack has distributed a total of $2.4M across 450 grants. The median grant size is $3K, with an average of $5K. Individual grants have ranged from $13 to $55K.
How do I apply for a grant from Enchanted Backpack?
Enchanted Backpack is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (814035984) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
Where is Enchanted Backpack located?
Enchanted Backpack is headquartered in CHICAGO, IL. While based in IL, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 7 states.
