Organizational Capacity Building Grants
Supports Illinois nonprofits serving adults 60+ to strengthen management, governance, and infrastructure through targeted capacity-building activities.
Funder: RRF Foundation for Aging
Due Dates: November 1, 2026 (LOI) | November 2, 2026 (LOI) | November 3, 2026 (LOI) | August 5, 2026 (Full Proposal) | February 5, 2027 (Full Proposal) | May 5, 2027 (Full Proposal)
Funding Amounts: Standard OCB Grants: typically up to ~$30,000 (no formal max); OCB Flexible Fund: up to $5,000; durations vary, most projects are 12–18 months.
Summary: Supports Illinois nonprofits serving older adults to strengthen management, governance, and organizational capacity through targeted capacity-building activities.
Key Information: LOI required for Standard OCB Grants; OCB Flexible Fund Grants are accepted year-round on a rolling basis.
Description
RRF Foundation for Aging’s Organizational Capacity Building (OCB) Grants are designed to help Illinois-based nonprofits that serve adults aged 60 and older make fundamental, long-term improvements to their management systems, governance, and organizational infrastructure. Funding supports a broad range of capacity-building activities, including board development, communications and marketing, evaluation, fundraising, human resources, IT improvements, internal operations, organizational strategy, and program planning.
There are two main types of grants:
- Standard OCB Grants: For comprehensive, long-term capacity-building projects.
- OCB Flexible Fund Grants: For immediate, short-term technical assistance or readiness assessments (up to $5,000).
The aim is to enhance nonprofits’ ability to serve older adults in Illinois more effectively and sustainably.
