In this issue: New Fund Impacts Education in Sandwich, $191,862 Awarded in Grants, Kindergarten Readiness, and More!
December 2020 Edition
DeKalb County Community Foundation (IL)
What Gives!
Greetings!
Happy Holidays! What a wonderful time of year. It's exciting and encouraging to see the kindness and generosity all around us. We love this community and are grateful for the many ways we can play a part in improving the quality of life in DeKalb County. Thank you for all you do to support our mission. #ThankYouDonors #Philanthropy
Norlings Leave Lasting Impact on Education in Sandwich
We are honored to announce the Jack E. Norling and Norma E. (Rex) Norling Fund. This new Fund provides financial support to the Indian Valley Vocational Center (IVVC) as well as to the Sandwich School District #430.
As a result of the challenging current financial climate, the DeKalb County Nonprofit Partnership is launching a public awareness campaign, “Live Here. Give Here.” to highlight the importance of nonprofit organizations and encourage year-end donations to local nonprofits.
Through generous donor support, the Community Foundation is excited to announce the distribution of $125,617 in Community Needs Grants this fall. The grants provide support to 23 organizations for a variety of programs and projects that impact DeKalb County.
The DeKalb County COVID-19 Response Fund advisory committee is pleased to announce that a total of $66,245 has been awarded to date to 19 organizations in DeKalb County COVID-19 Response Grants.
Funding is made possible by ongoing donations to the DeKalb County COVID-19 Response Fund. Thank you to the many generous donors who have contributed!
Grants Available to Benefit Youth in DeKalb County
Nonprofit organizations and eligible public sector direct service organizations are invited to apply for a YEP Grant, up to $2,500, for programs and projects that impact youth in DeKalb County. Deadline to apply is February 1, 2021.
Whatever season of giving you find yourself in, rest assured knowing that every donation entrusted to us is put to work in fulfilling our missionto enhance the quality of life in DeKalb County. Your gift is greatly appreciated. Thank you!
Here are some considerations for giving this year:
Nonprofit organizations and eligible public sector direct service organizations interested in applying for a grant from the Community Foundation are invited to a free workshop.
