Grant Programs
DeKalb County Community Foundation's Grant Programs fund research-driven projects and initiatives to improve community well-being and foster innovation in DeKalb County, Illinois.
Funder: DeKalb County Community Foundation
Due Dates: April 1, 2027 (Build the Future Grants LOI) | May 15, 2027 (Build the Future Grants full) | March 1, 2027 (Community Needs Grants spring & Farny R. Wurlitzer Foundation Fund Grants spring) | September 1, 2026 (Community Needs Grants fall & Farny R. Wurlitzer Foundation Fund Grants fall) | August 1, 2027 (Upward Mobility Grants) | December 15, 2026 (YEP Grants)
Funding Amounts: Community Needs Grants: up to $20,000 per application; Emergency Grants: typically $250–$2,000; other programs vary.
Summary: Multiple grant programs supporting nonprofit and public sector organizations to address local needs and foster community impact in DeKalb County, Illinois.
Key Information: Most programs give preference to 501(c)(3) organizations serving DeKalb County.
Description
The DeKalb County Community Foundation offers a suite of grant programs aimed at enhancing quality of life in DeKalb County, Illinois. These programs support a wide range of initiatives, including capital needs, urgent/emergency situations, youth philanthropy, music education, mobility, and leadership development. Funding is available for nonprofit and public sector organizations, with some programs open to individuals or specific focus areas. Each grant program has its own eligibility requirements, funding levels, and application processes.
