In Youth We Trust - Adult/Nonprofit Grants
Forecasted
The In Youth We Trust - Adult/Nonprofit Grants from the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois fund innovative, research-based projects that benefit youth in four northern Illinois counties.
Funder: Community Foundation of Northern Illinois
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (application opening) | August 2027 (full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $3,000–$82,000; average grant ~$21,000; duration up to 3 years for certain focus areas.
Summary: Supports youth-focused projects serving Boone, Ogle, Stephenson, and Winnebago Counties in Illinois through nonprofit and organizational efforts.
Key Information: This is a forecasted grant; all dates are projected and subject to change.
Description
The In Youth We Trust - Adult/Nonprofit Grants, administered by the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois (CFNIL), provide funding for projects, programs, and services that benefit youth in Boone, Ogle, Stephenson, and Winnebago Counties. Proposals must be submitted through the CFNIL Community Grants Program and are reviewed by the In Youth We Trust (IYWT) Council, with a focus on initiatives that empower and positively impact the region's young people. The grant reflects CFNIL’s commitment to fostering youth engagement and community development through nonprofit-led efforts.
Eligible projects may address a range of focus areas, including youth development, education, health, basic needs, and more, as outlined by the Community Grants Program guidelines.
