At DuPage Foundation, we’re excited to announce that fall applications are now open for three of our grant programs: Community Impact Grants, Capacity Building Grants, and Glen Ellyn Fund Grants.
These opportunities are designed to support both the important work nonprofits are doing every day and the organizational strength needed to sustain that work long-term across DuPage County.
Community Impact Grants
Our Community Impact Grant Program is our signature grantmaking initiative, supporting programs and projects that improve quality of life for residents of DuPage County.
We award these grants in two annual cycles and our fall cycle supports nonprofits working in the following key issue areas:
- Youth education
- Workforce development
- Environment
- Animal welfare
Through our Seed, Sustain, Strengthen model, we’re able to support organizations at different stages of growth. Seed grants help emerging nonprofits build momentum, while Sustain grants provide larger funding opportunities for established programs and services already making an impact.
Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that primarily serve DuPage County residents or have a demonstrated presence in the county.
📄Community Impact Grant Guidelines
*Community Impact Grant Applications are due Friday, September 4.
Strengthening Nonprofits Through Capacity Building
Our Capacity Building Grant Program* focuses on strengthening nonprofit organizations so they can operate more effectively and sustainably over time.
Funding may support initiatives such as:
- Donor engagement and fundraising strategy development
- Technology upgrades and implementation
These investments help organizations build the infrastructure and tools they need to sustain and expand their impact.
Capacity Building Grants are available to nonprofit organizations that have received a grant through our Community Impact or Arts DuPage grant programs within the past three years and primarily serve DuPage County residents.
📄Capacity Building Grant Guidelines
*Capacity Building Grant Applications are due Friday, August 7.
Supporting Community Projects in Glen Ellyn
Through a partnership with the Village, our Glen Ellyn Fund Grant Program supports projects that enhance quality of life for residents of Glen Ellyn.
The program funds a variety of initiatives that strengthen the community, including projects related to:
- Arts and culture
- Recreation and community programming
- Environmental sustainability
- Green space and community amenities
- Infrastructure improvements
These grants help bring new ideas to life while supporting initiatives that contribute to a vibrant and thriving local community.
📄Glen Ellyn Fund Grant Guidelines
*Glen Ellyn Fund Grant Applications are due Friday, September 4.
Learn More and Apply
If your organization is interested in applying, we encourage you to review the full guidelines for each program and submit your application through our online grant portal.
By investing in nonprofit organizations, community initiatives, and organizational capacity, we’re proud to work alongside our donors and partners to strengthen the nonprofit sector and improve quality of life throughout DuPage County.
