IPCF is accepting applications for four types of grants through Feb. 23, offering opportunities for cultural, arts, education, and health.
Applicants must represent a 501(c)3 organization or one that operates under fiscal management of a 501(c)3, a branch of local, county, state or federal government, a nonprofit school/college/university, or a religious organization as recognized by the IRS. Programs must be available to residents of McLean, DeWitt, Livingston or Logan Counties but need not operate in all four counties (one exception is the Shulman Grants, which must be available to residents of McLean County).
For each specific program application, a group may choose only one grant type. However, you may apply in multiple grant categories if the applications are for distinctly different programs and fit the criteria for that particular type of grant.
IPCF General Grants are open to programs and projects that focus on education, environment, health and wellness or youth.
Mirza/IPCF Arts and Culture Grants are open to programs and projects that focus on performing, visual, or literary arts and/or art education/enrichment.
Youth Engaged in Philanthropy (YEP) Grants are conducted by Illinois Prairie Community Foundation’s YEP group consisting of 24 area high school youth. Projects must be youth focused or significantly impact youth; adults and youth alike are encouraged to submit an application.
Sol Shulman Jewish Life and Education Grants are open to educational programs and materials for residents of McLean County that focus on Jewish-themed arts, music, and theater or Jewish cultural enrichment. Examples include books for libraries, lectures, school curriculum or the like.
More information and applications for all four grant types are available at http://www.ilprairiecf.org/ipcf-grant-rounds Direct questions to Kathi Davis, associate program director and grants coordinator, at (309) 662-4477 or (309) 662-4477 or kdavis@ilprairiecf.org.
IPCF supports local solutions to local needs by growing and preserving permanent funds