The DuPage Foundation invites local not-for-profit organizations to apply for funding to support animal welfare programs in DuPage County.
Donor Name: DuPage Foundation
State: Illinois
County: DuPage County (IL)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline (mm/dd/yyyy): 04/01/2022
Grant Size: up to $25K
Details:
DuPage Foundation received a significant legacy gift from a local donor to support animal welfare projects in DuPage County over a five-year timeframe. The Foundation held a convening in June 2018 to learn about the needs of local animal welfare agencies and to determine the areas where funding would have the greatest long-term and sustainable impact.
The following were identified as the most important areas in which to focus:
- Central resource for intake, resources, and communication
- Vehicles and vehicle maintenance to transport animals between shelters, to adoption events and for veterinary services
- Capital project support
- Spay/Neuter services
Priority
Due to the significant impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on most not-for-profit organizations this past year, a specific area of focus has not been set for 2022. Each animal welfare agency has been affected differently and each has its own set of needs. Therefore, the committee will consider applications for grants that enable local organizations to continue to provide for the well-being of the animals in their care
Funding Information
- Organizations are eligible to apply for grants up to $25K
- Amount requested should be appropriate to the organization’s operational budget size
- The Foundation will distribute approximately $150,000
Eligibility Criteria
- DuPage County 501(c)(3) organizations
- Organization must be based in and primarily focus on animal welfare in DuPage County
- Agencies in which the primary source of funding is from a governmental entity are not eligible
For more information, visit DuPage Foundation.
