Monetary Donation Guidelines | Chicago Bears Official Website

The Chicago Bears are asked to support thousands of worthwhile charitable causes and events each year. Please note that we make every effort to accommodate as many requests as possible, but our resources are limited. Due to the number of requests that the Bears receive on a regular basis, we are simply unable to respond to or accommodate all requests.

In order for your organization to be considered for a monetary donation, you must comply with the below guidelines:

• All monetary donation requests must be submitted online. Click here to access the Chicago Bears Monetary Donation Request Form. Written or phone requests are not accepted.

• The online donation form must be filled out completely in order for your request to be considered.

• Your organization must be located in the state of Illinois or within the Chicago area.

• Your organization must not have received a monetary donation from the Bears during the current calendar year.

• Requests must be made at least eight weeks in advance to adequately review and take your request under consideration. Please understand that if your request is not submitted eight weeks prior to the event, the Chicago Bears may not be able to review your request.

• Your non-profit organization must have 501(c)(3) tax exempt status. Your organization must upload your W-9 and your 501(c)(3) determination letter in order for your request to be considered. If you are a business sponsoring a charitable event, please ask a member of the charity to complete the donation request form.

• It is recommended that your event not be centered on the anticipation of receiving a monetary donation from the Chicago Bears.

• Due to the large volume of requests received on a monthly basis, there are no exceptions to the above guidelines. Please keep in mind that submitting an online request does not guarantee your organization will receive a monetary donation. No phone calls please.

Thank you for considering the Bears as a contributor. We wish you the best of luck with your charitable and fundraising efforts.