Nonprofit Resources
Here to Help You Do More Good
A strong nonprofit sector is at the heart of every thriving community. At DuPage Foundation, we’re proud to support local organizations that work every day to improve the quality of life for DuPage County residents.
This page is here to connect you with helpful resources. Explore the information below to learn about funding opportunities, partnership options, and ways we can work together to make an even greater impact in our community.
Educational Blogs
Planting Potential with Community Impact Seed Grants
Giving New Nonprofits a Strong Start At DuPage Foundation, we’re growing alongside our nonprofit community. That’s why we have introduced a new model for our Community Impact grantmaking: Seed, Sustain, Strengthen. By expanding the breadth of our Community Impact...
The State of the Arts in DuPage County 2025: A Look at Challenges, Progress, and Opportunities
The DuPage County arts community came together for a mid-March critical discussion on the state of the arts. Hosted by Arts DuPage, a DuPage Foundation initiative, the 2025 State of the Arts in DuPage County forum was held at the DuPage County Historical Museum. The...
Charitable Minute: The Importance of Operational Funds
A charity’s mission matters, but we often misunderstand key costs to deliver that mission: “overhead.” Operational costs vary, with some charities being salary heavy, while others must maintain land and property. When reviewing an organization’s IRS Form 990,...
Barb Szczepaniak
Vice President for Programs