Capacity Building Grant
The DuPage Foundation Capacity Building Grant funds DuPage County nonprofits to improve donor engagement and technology systems for greater organizational effectiveness.
Funder: DuPage Foundation
Due Dates: August 7, 2026 (Full application submission deadline, 5:00 p.m.)
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 per project; total pool of $120,000 for 2026; projects must be completed by October 1, 2027.
Summary: Supports DuPage County nonprofits in building organizational capacity, focusing on donor engagement and technology improvements.
Key Information: Applicants must have received a DuPage Foundation grant (Community Impact or Arts DuPage) within the last three years.
Description
The Capacity Building Grant program from the DuPage Foundation is designed to strengthen the long-term effectiveness of nonprofit organizations serving DuPage County, Illinois. The program funds projects that build organizational knowledge, skills, and tools, with a primary focus on donor engagement/fund development and technology upgrades or implementation. The intent is to help nonprofits improve their internal capacity, cultivate stronger donor relationships, deploy effective fundraising strategies, and enhance operational efficiency and data security.
