2026 Emerging Philanthropists Fund Grant
The Emerging Philanthropists Fund Grant supports innovative, evidence-based, and collaborative projects addressing unmet community needs in Central Illinois.
Funder: Community Foundation of Central Illinois
Due Dates: June 10, 2026 (Application deadline, 5:00 p.m. Central Time)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per grant; one-year funding; typically one application per organization per year.
Summary: Supports innovative, evidence-based, and collaborative projects addressing unmet community needs in Central Illinois.
Key Information: Program must serve within 50 miles of Peoria, IL (excluding Knox and McLean counties); 501(c)3 or equivalent status required.
Description
The Emerging Philanthropists Fund Grant, offered by the Community Foundation of Central Illinois, is designed to support grassroots, evidence-based, innovative, and collaborative projects that address significant, unmet needs in Central Illinois communities. This competitive grant program encourages new approaches and partnerships that can make a measurable impact, with a strong preference for smaller-scale, community-driven organizations and projects.
