The Lake County Community Foundation is accepting Letters of Inquiry (LOIs) for the 2022 Basic Human Needs Grant.
Donor Name: The Lake County Community Foundation
State: Illinois
County: Lake County (IL)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline (mm/dd/yyyy): 01/28/2022
Size of the Grant: $50,000
Details:
The Foundation continues to support organizations that work collaboratively to address basic needs of residents. They believe Lake County’s basic human needs can be met when everyone has equitable access to:
- Affordable, nutritious food
- Affordable, comprehensive health care
- Safe and affordable housing
- Transportation
- Education and workforce opportunities
- Immigration and legal support services
The Foundation’s goal is to invest in work that allows people who are disproportionately affected by lack of access to obtain support in several areas of extreme need through wrap-around services, a continuum of care, or close collaborations with other providers. Grants will be prioritized for work that:
- Addresses barriers to access of services and benefits for the neighbors in Lake County
- Addresses otherwise unmet basic needs as the only service provider in the area
Funding Information
- The maximum grant request has been increased to $50,000.
Eligibility Criteria
The Foundation considers applications from organizations that demonstrate success and sustainability with program goals and outcomes. Eligible organizations are:
- Nonprofit agencies with evidence of tax-exempt status under Section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or those using a 501 (c)(3) fiscal agent
- Eligible applicants MUST be in good standing with the IRS
- Located within and/or primarily serving residents of Lake County, except for regional, statewide or national projects or research that may benefit a substantial portion of Lake County residents
- Non-discriminatory in the hiring of staff or in providing services on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or ability.
For more information, visit Competitive 2022 Basic Human Needs Grant.
