We are pleased to announce we recently awarded nearly $1 million to DuPage County nonprofit organizations as part of our Spring Community Impact grant program. Grants were awarded to 57 organizations in the health and human services sector—supporting mental health services, housing programs, food insecurity, and more.  

During two grant cycles each year, the Community Impact grant program supports local nonprofit projects and initiatives that enrich the quality of life for DuPage County residents. Our network of donor-advised fund representatives and area donors provided more than $500,000 in additional funds to boost our Community Impact grant budget this cycle—more than doubling our local impact with nearly 70% of eligible grant applications funded! 

Seed Matching Grants Awarded to Four Inaugural Recipients 

New for this year’s Spring Community Impact grant cycle, we introduced Seed matching grants. Designed for nonprofits with a 501(c)(3) designation for less than three years, these grants help new agencies raise funds from individual donors and fundraising events. For recipients, funding is distributed when the matching dollar amount has been secured during the grant period.  

“The goal is to meet organizations where they are and help them build a strong foundation through fundraising skills,” said Barb Szczepaniak, vice president for programs. “By expanding the breadth of our Community Impact grant program with Seed grants, we can help a new nonprofit scale for effective long-term impact, changing their trajectory and the benefit they provide to the community.” 

The four inaugural recipients of Seed matching grants are: Grow Wellness Foundation, Josiah’s House & Esters Throne, Kits 4 Kids, and Light of Hope Wellness and Counseling. 

Grant Open House Celebrates 57 Recipients 

Spring Community Impact grantees celebrated alongside our staff, volunteer leaders, and community partners at a Grant Open House held Wednesday, June 4. Recipients received their grants and connected with fellow changemakers and philanthropists to discuss the current landscape within DuPage County. 

“It was a joy to celebrate our Community Impact grantees at our Open House," said Betsy Goltermann, DuPage Foundation Trustee and Grant Committee Chair. She added, “This grant program continues to be the backbone of the Foundation’s work. It was inspiring to meet so many grantees and experience their gratitude, determination, and passion.” 

The following organizations received a Spring Community Impact grant: 

Sustain Grants (53) | $947,795 

360 Youth Services: $25,000 

Access Sports: $5,000 

AKA-Lade Foundation: $5,000 

Assistance League Chicagoland West: $24,000 

Bridge Communities, Inc.: $25,000 

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet: $10,000 

Center for Advancing Domestic Peace: $5,000 

DuPage Federation on Human Services Reform: $10,000 

DuPage Health Coalition: $25,000 

DuPage Senior Citizens Council: $10,000 

DuPagePads: $25,000 

Elmhurst Walk-In Assistance Network: $18,000 

Elmhurst-Yorkfield Food Pantry: $25,000 

Evangelical Child & Family Agency: $12,000 

Fellowship Housing Corporation: $22,000 

Glen House Food Pantry: $24,500 

H.O.M.E. DuPage, Inc.: $25,000 

HCS Family Services: $10,000 

HOPE Fair Housing Center: $12,000 

Hope's Front Door: $13,500 

Little City Foundation: $5,000 

Loaves & Fishes Community Services: $25,000 

Marklund: $7,695 

Metropolitan Asian Family Services: $25,000 

Metropolitan Family Services DuPage: $15,000 

Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans, Inc.: $25,000 

NAMI DuPage: $25,000 

Naperville Elderly Homes: $17,500 

Neighborhood Food Pantries: $19,600 

Northeast DuPage Family and Youth Services: $25,000 

Peoples Community Church: $6,500 

People's Resource Center: $25,000 

Prairie State Legal Services: $25,000 

Ray Graham Association: $15,000 

Repeat Boutique Center: $25,000 

Ride Assist Naperville: $10,000 

SamaraCare: $25,000 

Senior Home Sharing, Inc.: $25,000 

Sharing Connections: $18,000 

Special Kids Day: $6,500 

Special Olympics Illinois: $10,000 

Teen Parent Connection: $25,000 

The GardenWorks Project: $18,000 

The Rosecrance Foundation: $5,000 

The Salvation Army Oakbrook Terrace: $25,000 

United Cerebral Palsy Seguin of Greater Chicago: $25,000 

VNA Health Care: $25,000 

Warm Coats for Cool Kids: $23,000 

Western DuPage Special Recreation Association: $15,000 

World Relief Chicagoland: $25,000 

Xilin Association: $5,000 

Youth Outlook: $20,000 

YWCA Metropolitan Chicago: $25,000 

Seed Grants (4) | $16,500 

Grow Wellness Foundation: $5,000 

Josiah's House & Esters Throne: $5,000 

Kits 4 Kids: $1,500 

Light of Hope Wellness and Counseling: $5,000 

Fall Grant Cycle Now Open 

Our Fall Community Impact and Arts DuPage grant applications are now open for submission. DuPage County nonprofits that provide programs in the areas of youth education, workforce development, environment, animal welfare, and arts & culture that meet the application criteria are welcome to apply. Grant applications are due by Friday, September 5, 2025, by 5pm CT. For more information on the 2025 grant guidelines and to apply, visit https://dupagefoundation.org/grants/community-impact.html.