Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

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Required status

  • 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Not eligible / not funded

  • Not eligible: The Rochelle Area Community Foundation does NOT generally fund:Annual fund drives, capital campaigns, or general solicitation requests.
  • Not eligible: Individuals and for-profit entities.

Overview

The Rochelle Area Community Foundation Grants focus on supporting initiatives in arts, education, health, and community development, particularly in response to COVID-19's impact. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations can apply for funding to address local needs, enhance collaboration, and strengthen community involvement. Preference is given to innovative projects that have not received funding in the past three years, aiming to uplift individuals and families affected by financial hardships.

Focus areas include but are not limited to arts and culture, education, health and wellness, community services, community development and hunger relief.
Qualified applicants may seek funding for:
Projects or programs that respond to current, emerging and/or increasing needs in the community.General funding related to lost income to the organization due to the impacts of COVID-19.Funding assistance that will support individuals and families whose financial situations have been affected by COVID-19.

Eligibility

Any 501(c)(3) not-for-profit agency, organization or governmental entity that is exempt from state and federal tax, and serves the needs of individuals residing in the Rochelle Township High School District is welcome to apply.

Ineligibility

The Rochelle Area Community Foundation does NOT generally fund:Annual fund drives, capital campaigns, or general solicitation requests.Individuals and for-profit entities.

What Rochelle Area Community Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
8
Total given
$156K
Median grant
$8,500
Range
$5,600–$93K
  • By dollars: Illinois 100%. Top recipient cities: Rochelle, IL; Oregon, IL; Geneva, IL.

Example grants

  • Other Various Grants · Rochelle, IL

    $93K

  • Rochelle Christian Food Pantry · Rochelle, IL

    $15K

  • Rochelle Rescue Mission · Rochelle, IL

    $10K

  • Pegasus Special Riders · Oregon, IL

    $9,000

  • Northern Illinois Food Bank · Geneva, IL

    $8,000

IRS Form 990, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Nonprofits
  • Arts
  • Education
  • Healthcare
  • Hunger
  • Hardship
  • Foundation

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