When is the deadline for Community Impact Grants - Spring Cycle (Health & Human Services)?

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Community Impact Grants - Spring Cycle (Health & Human Services)

Foundation Semi-annual Grants for Nonprofits Grants for Mental Health Housing Grants for Nonprofits Food Security Grants

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Funding Amount

$1,500 - $25,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Community Impact Grants - Spring Cycle

Overview: Twice-yearly signature grant program supporting local nonprofit projects and initiatives that enrich the quality of life for DuPage County residents. The Spring cycle focuses on health and human services.

Geographic Scope: DuPage County, Illinois

Focus Areas (Spring Cycle):

Mental health services

Housing programs

Food insecurity

Health and human services

Grant Types:

Sustain Grants: For established nonprofits with demonstrated track records

Seed Matching Grants: For nonprofits with 501(c)(3) designation for less than three years. These are matching grants where funding is distributed when the matching dollar amount has been secured during the grant period.

Eligibility:

501(c)(3) designated nonprofit organizations

Seed grants are specifically for organizations established less than three years

Key Information:

2025 Spring cycle awarded nearly $1 million to 57 organizations

Nearly 70% of eligible grant applications funded

Network of donor-advised fund representatives and area donors provided more than $500,000 in additional funds

Designed to help nonprofits build strong fundraising foundations and scalable long-term impact

Recent Awards (2025 Spring):

53 Sustain Grants totaling $947,795

4 Seed Matching Grants totaling $16,500

Awards ranged from $1,500 to $25,000

Contact:
Kait Miller Balsewicz, CFRE, CAP®
Director of Donor & Community Engagement
630.598.5292 | kait@dupagefoundation.org

How to Apply

Applications are submitted through the Foundation's grant portal during the designated application period.

Spring 2025 Cycle Details:

Cycle closed after June 13, 2025 awards announcement

Grantees were celebrated at a Grant Open House on June 4, 2025

Next Spring cycle will open in January 2026

General Process:
1. Review grant guidelines and eligibility requirements
2. Determine which grant type applies (Sustain or Seed)
3. Submit application through the Foundation's grant portal
4. Meet the specified deadline by 5pm CT

Grant Committee Review:

Applications reviewed by volunteer grant committee members

Network of donor-advised fund representatives and area donors involved in funding decisions

For more information:
Visit https://dupagefoundation.org/grants/community-impact.html

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