Neighborhood Grants Program
Funds resident-led projects in Northern Illinois neighborhoods to enhance community connections and visibly improve quality of life through collaborative, public-focused initiatives.
Funder: Community Foundation of Northern Illinois
Due Dates: June 15, 2026: Full application submission deadline (Applications Close for Neighborhood Grants Program)
Funding Amounts: Up to $2,500 per project; one grant per organization per year; projects must be completed within 10 months.
Summary: Supports resident-led neighborhood projects that build community connections and visibly improve quality of life in Boone, Ogle, Stephenson, or Winnebago County, Illinois.
Key Information: Applicants must contact the program officer before applying to receive the portal password.
Description
The Neighborhood Grants Program, offered by the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois, funds resident-driven projects designed to strengthen community ties and enhance the quality of life within defined neighborhoods. The program emphasizes grassroots leadership, collaboration among residents and local organizations, and leveraging existing neighborhood assets. Eligible projects include community gardens, neighborhood clean-ups, beautification, reforestation, resident-focused seminars, crime prevention, and similar initiatives that create lasting, visible improvements in public or common areas.
