The Skokie Community Foundation (SCF) invites proposals in which organizations collaborate for the benefit of Skokie residents.
Donor Name: Skokie Community Foundation
State: Illinois
City: Skokie
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 09/06/2023
Size of the Grant: $5,000 to $15,000
Grant Duration: 1 year
Details:
SCF seeks to invest in organizations and projects that are poised to make a difference in the lives of Skokie residents and strengthen the community beyond the grant period. This year, SCF is particularly interested in funding proposals that will make Skokie a more inclusive community where all individuals and groups feel welcomed and are encouraged to take part in community life. Differences (identity, race, nationality, etc.) are respected and valued, allowing community members to live in dignity. These proposals should also be scalable and sustainable.
Applications may be based upon new initiatives, pilot projects, or continuing improvements to projects that have shown long-term, positive impact.
Areas of Funding
SCF requests proposals that can be scaled, are sustainable and that will make Skokie a more inclusive community. Preference will be given to proposals that directly address how the project will benefit Skokie residents in areas of clearly identified needs. These areas may include, but are not limited to: assisting families in need; providing services to underserved teens, children and adults; workforce development; equity and inclusion; healthcare and mental healthcare, and more.
Funding Information
- SCF grants typically range from $5,000 to $15,000. SCF intends to award a total of $25,000 in this grant cycle but reserves the right to diminish or expand the total amount of awards.
- Grants are anticipated to be made for one year for the period of January 1 through December 31, 2024.
Eligibility Criteria
- Each proposal must be submitted by at least two organizations working together to benefit Skokie residents.
- One of the co-applicants must be a 501(c)(3) organization, a school, or a government entity or must have a fiscal sponsor that qualifies as a tax-exempt organization under Sec. 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
- All proposals must address issues, concerns, and/or opportunities for Skokie and its residents to create a more inclusive community and/or address an existing or emerging community need.
- Applicants need not be based in Skokie, but services must be provided exclusively, or nearly so, to Skokie residents.
For more information, visit SCF.
