Community Impact Grants (FY26)
Funding Amount
$1,021,000 total distributed across 70 programs
Deadline
June 30, 2026
83 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Community Impact Grants (FY26)
Funder: United Way of Will County
Geographic Scope: Will County, Illinois
Program Overview: United Way of Will County awards annual Community Impact Grants to nonprofit organizations and programs addressing critical community needs. For FY26 (July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026), $1,021,000 was distributed across 70 programs at 43 nonprofit partner organizations.
Funding Areas
Healthy Community – $502,500
Youth Opportunity – $291,500
Financial Stability – $227,000
Eligibility
Not explicitly stated in provided materials, but grants support nonprofit organizations and public agencies serving Will County residents.- Written proposals
- In-person site visits
- Presentations to panels made up of trained community volunteers
Application Process
All grant applications undergo a rigorous, community-led review process that includes:Contact Information
United Way of Will County 54 North Ottawa Street, Suite 300 Joliet, IL 60432 Phone: 815.723.2500For information about volunteer opportunities in the grant review process, contact a United Way staff or board member.
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Review Panel Process: Applications undergo rigorous community-led review including:
- Written proposals submitted by applicants
- In-person site visits to applicant organizations
- Presentations to trained community volunteer panels
2. Volunteer Panelists: Community volunteers review and guide funding decisions to ensure investments are equitable, impact-driven, and responsive to Will County resident needs
3. Transparency and Accountability: The review process emphasizes transparency, equity, and measurable outcomes
For detailed application guidelines, deadlines, and submission procedures: Contact United Way of Will County directly
Contact for Application Information:
United Way of Will County
54 North Ottawa Street, Suite 300
Joliet, IL 60432
Phone: 815.723.2500
To express interest in volunteering for next year's grant panel process: Reach out to a United Way staff or board member
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