The Stork Foundation Announces 2025 Year-End Impact and Grant Awards Amid Rising National Demand
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EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. - illiNews -- The Stork Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to reducing financial barriers to fertility care, announced its 2025 year-end impact alongside the awarding of $92,500 in fertility grants, underscoring both the organization's growth and the increasing national demand for infertility support.

Founded five years ago on the belief that cost should not determine who gets the chance to build a family, The Stork Foundation has awarded grants to 44 families, welcomed 20 Stork babies, and distributed more than $450,000 to individuals and couples pursuing parenthood. The organization depends on the support of individual donors, corporate sponsors, and their 18+ sponsors across the fertility space to expand access, awareness, and support.

In the 2025 grant cycle alone, The Stork Foundation received 245 applications from families in 45 states, representing more than $3.2 million in requested funds. So far this year, nine individuals and couples received grants totaling $92,500, providing meaningful financial relief at critical moments in their fertility journeys.

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"The volume and geographic diversity of applications show just how widespread and urgent the need for fertility assistance has become," said Founder, Elizabeth Frattura. "Behind every grant is a family navigating uncertainty with courage, and behind every baby is a story that once felt out of reach."

While the Stork Foundation continues to grow responsibly, leaders emphasize that the numbers represent far more than financial totals. Each grant reflects trust from families, collaboration with partners, and donor support that allows hope to become action.

As The Stork Foundation looks ahead to 2026, the nonprofit remains focused on expanding its grant programs, strengthening partnerships, and reaching more families impacted by infertility nationwide.

About The Stork Foundation
The Stork Foundation is a nonprofit organization committed to reducing financial barriers to fertility care by providing grants and resources to individuals and couples facing infertility. Through donor support and corporate and community sponsorship, the Foundation works to ensure that more families have access to the care they need to build their families. Visit us at: http://www.storkfoundation.org/.