County grant4 counties in IL
In Youth We Trust Grants
Offered by Community Foundation of Northern Illinois
Found automatically on cfnil.org/grants/youth. Check details with the funder before applying.
- Who can apply
- Individuals
- How much
- Up to $40,000Up to $40,000 total distributed annually by the IYWT Council
- By when
- Closed Dec 5, 2025Opens October 31, 2025Applications open October 31, 2025 and close December 5, 2025. Awards announced January 2026. Grant cycles occur annually with this timeline.Usually due around Dec 5. Next round not posted yet.
Checked Jun 13, 2026
About this grant
A youth philanthropy program supporting youth-led and youth-serving projects in Boone, Ogle, Stephenson, and Winnebago Counties in Northern Illinois. The program distributes up to $40,000 annually to community projects, with applications written by youth for projects benefiting youth. Projects must be completed during the spring semester with a final report due June 1st.
Eligibility details
- Notes: Projects must be youth-led and/or youth-serving in Boone, Ogle, Stephenson, and Winnebago Counties in Northern Illinois. Youth complete the application. Projects should be completed during the spring semester. Applicants must be prepared to attend a short interview.
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