An Organization You Need To Know Who is Tom Dailey? Tom is a Columbus, Ohio and Chicago, Illinois- based, 30-year credit executive, railroad enthusiast, and philanthropist Who is the foundation? A private charitable foundation providing grants in specific categories to very deserving 501(c)(3) organizations

Eligible Categories for TEDF Grants Railroad Heritage – grants available nationally Parks and Gardens Diversity The Arts Disadvantaged Youth Grants up to $15,000 can be awarded for: Preference strongly given to Illinois and Ohio organizations

Distribution of Awards 2014 Awards - $157,890 –$119,690 for Rail Heritage – 37 Organizations NRHS - $46,000 – 12 Organizations TRAINS - $10,000 – 1 Organization 2013 Total Awards - $141,205 –$117,980 for Rail Heritage – 34 Organizations NRHS - $50,000 – 16 Organizations TRAINS - $10,000 – 1 Organization

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Does Your Group Qualify? Must be U.S.-domiciled 501(c)(3) organization Must provide electronic copy of IRS Letter of Determination as proof of 501(c)(3) status Must provide electronic copy of current tax year Form 990 filing If late in filing Form 990, must provide electronic copy of IRS CP211A letter acknowledging approval of extension

How Do We Apply? 1.Go to the website and download the Microsoft Word application 2.Complete all the information and sign the application 3.Scan the application, LOD, and Form 990 into PDF format and submit by 4.If you cannot support electronic submission, submit your materials by mail and keep a copy

How Will We Know If We Are Considered? All applications are acknowledged Incomplete applications will indicate what is missing If all materials are complete, you will be told when the application will be considered The TEDF board meets quarterly, so no lengthy waiting period

Frequently Asked Questions How many grants will you approve in a year? Will you make grants to international organizations? How long does it take to process a grant application? Who has received grants already?

Contact Information Web: Addresses: General Inquiries: Grant Application Submission: Director of Administration: Tom Kossler Postal Mail: Tom E. Dailey Foundation Inc. 70 W. Madison St., Suite 1400 Chicago, IL 60602

Questions?