The Grove Foundation is pleased to announce its 2025 Grant Program is now open and accepting applications.
Donor Name: The Grove Foundation
State: Illinois
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 09/30/2025
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
The Grove Foundation enriches the lives of community members by identifying, supporting, and promoting recreational, educational, and community experiences through innovative and collaborative efforts.
The Grove Foundation, a not-for-profit organization registered with the State of Illinois, has proudly supported the Downers Grove community since 1991 through a variety of initiatives. These include providing financial assistance for educational, recreational, and social programs; developing and implementing its own efforts such as Helping Children Grow, a fifth-grade recognition program; and offering grants to grassroots organizations to bolster their operations.
The Foundation also conducts fundraisers to generate support for local programs and accepts land donations by private individuals or businesses thereby providing tax benefits while allowing the land to be given back to suitable organizations within Downers Grove, such as the Park District, School District, or Village.
Funding Information
Award amounts generally range from $100-$1,500. While the standard maximum award is $1,500, exceptions may be considered.
Grant Program & Project Guidelines
- The program or project must benefits the residents of Downers Grove.
- The program or project must align with the mission of the Grove Foundation.
- Grants may support programs, program materials, and community experiences—denied as events, classes, or activities that are open to the public.
- Applications from organizations with their own foundations are generally not eligible.
- Programs or projects that are unique, designed to become self-sustaining and/or serve diverse populations are preferred.
- Smaller, “grassroots,” local programs or projects are preferred. Large agencies or organizations, with substantial budgets, must clearly indicate the revenue and expenses associated with the Downers Grove program requesting funding.
- Grant funds cannot be used for day-to-day operations or overhead costs.
- The Grove Foundation Board reserves the right to make exceptions to these guidelines at its discretion.
For more information, visit The Grove Foundation.
