[DuPage Foundation](https://dupagefoundation.org)

June 19, 2026

Seed Grants: up to $5,000 (1:1 match, orgs <3 years); Sustain Grants: up to $15,000 (orgs >3 years); one application per year.

Supports nonprofit arts and culture projects that expand access and enrich experiences for DuPage County residents.

--- ## Description The Arts DuPage Grant Program, administered by the DuPage Foundation, provides funding for nonprofit organizations to deliver arts and culture programs that broaden access, reach new audiences, and create meaningful experiences in DuPage County, Illinois. The program offers two types of grants—Seed Grants for newer organizations and Sustain Grants for established nonprofits—focusing on initiatives that enrich the cultural life of the community. Grants are awarded through a competitive review process that includes application evaluation and, when appropriate, site visits. --- ## Due Dates - Full application deadline: **June 19, 2026** (by 5:00 p.m. CT) - Notification of awards: Mid-September 2026 --- ## Funding Amount - **Seed Grants:** Up to $5,000 (1:1 matching required; for organizations with 501(c)(3) status less than three years) - **Sustain Grants:** Up to $15,000 (for organizations with 501(c)(3) status more than three years) - Requests of $5,000 or less require a streamlined application; requests above $5,000 require additional financial and program detail. - Only one application may be submitted per organization per calendar year to either the Arts DuPage or Community Impact program. --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants must: - Be a nonprofit, public charity with 501(c)(3) status. - Primarily serve DuPage County residents (50% or more of clients), or provide services in DuPage-based facilities, or have a demonstrated DuPage presence (e.g., programming, budget, board). - Be a member of Arts DuPage and regularly post events on [artsdupage.org](https://artsdupage.org/) (preferred but not strictly required). **Ineligible applicants/uses include:** - Individuals. - Organizations promoting religion or requiring religious participation for services. - Organizations that have received Community Impact or Arts DuPage grants for the past three consecutive years. - Disease-specific organizations, private foundations, hospitals, governmental agencies, and all K–12 schools. - Endowments, capital projects, or projects with only local/historical focus. --- ## Application Process 1. **Review guidelines:** Download the [2026 Arts DuPage Grant Guidelines (PDF)](https://www.dupagefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-Arts-DuPage-Grant-Guidelines-1.pdf). 2. **Prepare application:** Preview the application forms for [Seed Grants](https://www.dupagefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-Arts-DuPage-Grant-Application-Preview-Seed.pdf) or [Sustain Grants](https://www.dupagefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-Arts-DuPage-Grant-Application-Preview-Sustain.pdf). 3. **Submit online:** Complete and submit the application via the [DuPage Foundation grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=dcfdn) by the deadline. 4. **Review:** Applications are evaluated by the Arts DuPage Advisory Committee, which may conduct site visits. 5. **Notification:** All applicants will be notified of decisions by mid-September 2026. Grant period runs from October 1, 2026 to September 1, 2027. **Required attachments:** Operating budget, project budget, IRS 990, audited financials (or explanation), and other materials as specified. --- ## Additional Information - Organizations may only apply to one of the two main annual grant programs (Arts DuPage or Community Impact) per year. - For Seed Grants, matching funds must be raised during the grant period. - Final reports for prior year grantees are due November 1, 2026. - Applicants are encouraged to participate in the [informational webinar](https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LgRO77cXSuW4kAuVJZbiPQ#/registration). --- ## External Links - [DuPage Foundation Arts DuPage Grant Program Main Page](https://www.dupagefoundation.org/arts-dupage) - [2026 Arts DuPage Grant Guidelines (PDF)](https://www.dupagefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-Arts-DuPage-Grant-Guidelines-1.pdf) - [Seed Grant Application Preview (PDF)](https://www.dupagefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-Arts-DuPage-Grant-Application-Preview-Seed.pdf) - [Sustain Grant Application Preview (PDF)](https://www.dupagefoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-Arts-DuPage-Grant-Application-Preview-Sustain.pdf) - [DuPage Foundation Grant Portal (Apply)](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=dcfdn) - [Arts DuPage (membership & event posting)](https://artsdupage.org/) - [Nonprofit Resources](https://www.dupagefoundation.org/nonprofit-resources/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Email | Phone | |-------------------|-------------------------|--------------------------------------|---------------| | Deborah Venezia | Director of Arts DuPage | [debbie@dupagefoundation.org](mailto:debbie@dupagefoundation.org) | 630.598.5299 | | DuPage Foundation | Main Office | [Contact Page](https://dupagefoundation.org/who-we-are/contact.html) | 630.665.5556 |

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