Grantmaking at a Glance
The DeKalb County Community Foundation is committed to enhancing the quality of life in DeKalb County by supporting programs and initiatives that create opportunity and serve the greater good.
We offer a variety of grant programs—each with unique eligibility requirements, focus areas, application steps, and deadlines. Curious how grants make a difference? Explore our grants in action stories for real-life examples of community impact.
Have questions about grant programs? Contact us at 815-748.5383 or grants@dekalbccf.org. Learn even more about the Foundation's grant programs in the Grant Seekers Workshop video or information below.
Looking for scholarships instead? Visit our scholarships page.
Grant Program | Application Opens | Application Closes | Current Status | Decisions Announced |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Build the Future Grants | February 1 | April 1 (LOI) May 15 (Application) | LOI Closed | August |
Community Needs Grants (Spring) | January 1 | March 1 | Closed | May |
Farny R. Wurlitzer Foundation Fund Grants (Spring) | January 1 | March 1 | Closed | May |
DCNP Future Leaders Internship (FLI) Grants | Ongoing | N/A | OPEN | Ongoing |
DCNP Professional Development MicroGrants | Ongoing | N/A | OPEN | Ongoing |
Emergency Grants | Ongoing | N/A | OPEN | Ongoing |
Community Needs Grants (Fall) | July 1 | September 1 | Closed | November |
Farny R. Wurlitzer Foundation Fund Grants (Fall) | July 1 | September 1 | Closed | November |
Upward Mobility Grants | August 15 | October 1 | Invitation Only | November |
Youth Engaged in Philanthropy (YEP) Grants | October 15 | December 15 | Closed | May |
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VIDEO - Grant Seekers Workshop
In this 60-minute presentation, you’ll gain valuable insights into the grant programs available through the Community Foundation. Learn about the unique requirements, intended audiences, application processes, and deadlines for each program—designed to help you apply with confidence.
Nondiscrimination Policy - Grantmaking
No person in the United States shall, on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex and gender identity, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, physical or mental ability, pregnancy, veteran status, military obligations, marital or parental status, political affiliation, or any other improper criterion be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity funded in whole or in part with funds made available by the Community Foundation, and any other program or activity funded in whole or in part with funds appropriated for grants, cooperative agreements, and other assistance administered by the Community Foundation.
