February 2023 - Edition
Greetings!
We're thrilled to bring another philanthropy packed issue of news and announcements from the DeKalb County Community Foundation. Thank you for your continued interest. #philanthropy
NEW Scholarship Fund Embraces Past, Present, and Future
Announcing the DHS Alumni Scholarship Fund, created as a new opportunity for students at DeKalb High School (DHS). The creation of this unique alumni scholarship, initiated by the DHS Class of 1973, provides an opportunity for all DHS alumni to participate.

Excellence in Education Community Nominations
Nominate a standout school teacher, administrator, or support staff for a DeKalb County Excellence in Education Award! Deadline is Friday, February 10. 

Scholarships Open at the Community Foundation
With just one online application, eligible high school students can apply for more than 80 scholarships the Community Foundation offers. Thanks to our generous donors, a variety of scholarships are available.

Grant Applications Due March 1
We're accepting applications for spring 2023 grant programs. Nonprofit and public sector organizations can apply today.
  • Community Needs Grants - Support capital needs of nonprofit and public organizations.
  • Farny R. Wurlitzer Foundation Fund Grants - Support music education.

Internship Program Update
Meet Alexandra Cednick, an alum of the Internship Program. She participated in the fall of 2018 and the summer of 2019. Alexandra interned at both Glidden Homestead and RAMP. 

The Internship Program is a collaboration between the DeKalb County Nonprofit Partnership, the Center for Nonprofit Studies, and Career Services at Northern Illinois University, supported by the Douglas C. and Lynn M. Roberts Family Foundation.
Foundation Elects New Leadership
Please join us in welcoming the following Board officers for 2023.
  • President - Christine Johnson (Shabbona)
  • Vice President - Jim Stoddard (Sycamore)
  • Treasurer - David Castle (DeKalb)
  • Secretary - Dan Templin
Thank you to Joe Mitchell (DeKalb) for his two years of service as Board president and continuing in service on the Board in 2023 as past president!
Give DeKalb County - Nonprofit Registration and Bonus Pool Donations
Eligible DCNP members can register now for Give DeKalb County 2023! Plus, donors who want to support ALL Give DeKalb County nonprofits can donate to the Bonus Pool.
Membership With DCNP
Join the DeKalb County Nonprofit Partnership and enjoy benefits such as training, professional development, networking, and a variety of programs such as Give DeKalb County. 

Spring Cleaning and Estate Planning - EPAC CORNER
Welcome to the EPAC Corner. We are pleased to bring you this content from the Estate Planning Advisory Committee (EPAC) of the DeKalb County Community Foundation.

Spring is the time to pull together receipts and other documents for 2022 tax filings. This year, use the opportunity to create an estate planning inventory.

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