Grantmaking at a Glance
The DeKalb County Community Foundation offers grants for capital, programmatic, emergency, youth-led, and music education projects to enhance community life and research in DeKalb County, Illinois.
Funder: DeKalb County Community Foundation
Due Dates: September 1, 2026 (Community Needs Grants - Fall) | September 1, 2026 (Farny R. Wurlitzer Foundation Fund Grants - Fall) | August 1, 2026 (Upward Mobility Grants) | December 15, 2026 (Youth Engaged in Philanthropy Grants) | March 1, 2027 (Community Needs Grants - Spring) | March 1, 2027 (Farny R. Wurlitzer Foundation Fund Grants - Spring) | April 1, 2027 (Build the Future Grants - LOI) | May 15, 2027 (Build the Future Grants - Full Application)
Funding Amounts: Community Needs Grants: up to $20,000; Build the Future Grants: up to $100,000 (multi-year); Emergency Grants: $250–$2,000; other programs vary.
Summary: Multiple grant programs supporting nonprofit and public sector organizations serving DeKalb County, IL, with funding for capital, programmatic, emergency, and youth-led initiatives.
Key Information: Most programs give preference to 501(c)(3) nonprofits; facility construction/expansion requests go through Build the Future Grants.
Description
The DeKalb County Community Foundation offers a diverse portfolio of grant programs to enhance the quality of life and address a broad range of community needs in DeKalb County, Illinois. Funding is available for capital improvements, programmatic support, emergency needs, youth-led projects, and music education. Each program has distinct eligibility requirements, award sizes, and application processes, but all emphasize support for organizations that directly benefit DeKalb County residents. The Foundation prioritizes projects with lasting community impact and encourages inclusive, collaborative, and innovative approaches.
