Annual Spring Community Grant Cycle

Annual Spring Community Grant Cycle

Geographic Scope: Morton, IL area (includes Groveland)

Mission: To improve the quality of life for Morton area residents now and for generations to come through responsive grantmaking to meet the community's most urgent needs.

Background: The Annual Spring Community Grant Cycle has occurred every year since 2003 and is made possible through the generosity of the MCF's donors—individuals, families, and organizations committed to improving the quality of life in the Morton area. Endowed gifts create reliable funding for current needs and future opportunities.

Eligible Applicants

• Nonprofit organizations recognized as exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code
• Government entities applying for grants exclusively for public or charitable purposes (Schools, Parks, Libraries, Police, Fire, etc.)
• Faith-based organizations applying for grants that benefit the public good, but NOT for specifically religious or sectarian purposes, or programs that require participation in a religious activity as a condition for receiving services

Acceptable Requests from Faith-Based Organizations

• Facility improvements (e.g., upgrading a playground, library, or science lab)
• Technology and equipment (e.g., computers, projectors, STEM lab tools)
• Extracurricular programs (e.g., music, arts, sports)
• Teacher professional development (as long as it's not for religious instruction)

Grant Funding Sources

Grants are generated from all fund types:

Organization Contact

Morton Community Foundation
135 S First Avenue
Morton, IL 61550
Phone: 309.291.0434

Additional Information

• Accreditation: National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations
• Transparency: Gold Seal of Transparency from Candid (formerly GuideStar)
• Rating: 4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator
• Memberships: Alliance of Illinois Community Foundations; Morton Chamber of Commerce