The DCNP Future Leaders Internship Grant funds paid internships to develop future nonprofit leaders and strengthen organizational capacity in DeKalb County, Illinois.
Funder: DeKalb County Community Foundation
Due Dates: Ongoing (Applications accepted year-round)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards: $500–$2,000 per grant; varies by program; see guidelines for details.
Summary: Supports DCNP-member nonprofits and government entities in DeKalb County to provide paid internships for developing future nonprofit leaders.
Key Information: Only DCNP-member nonprofits or government organizations serving DeKalb County are eligible.
The DCNP Future Leaders Internship (FLI) Grant, offered by the DeKalb County Community Foundation, provides funding to support paid internship opportunities aimed at cultivating the next generation of nonprofit leaders in DeKalb County, Illinois. This program is designed to help local nonprofit and governmental organizations enhance their capacity by hosting interns, thereby building leadership pipelines and supporting workforce development within the county’s nonprofit sector.