United Way of Kankakee and Iroquois Counties’ 2023-2024 Community Investment Fund grant application now is open. These funds are made available to 501c(3) non-profit organizations that provide services in Kankakee and/or Iroquois Counties and are directed toward programs that effectively improve the health, education, and/or financial stability of our neighbors.
Eligible community programs are invited to apply. Interested organizations must submit a Letter of Intent by 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, February 15. Potential applicants should review grant guidelines and access application materials on United Way’s website at www.myunitedway.org/grant-funding.
Thousands of generous community members and local businesses have contributed to United Way of Kankakee and Iroquois Counties’ Community Investment Fund. Yet, demand for nonprofit services and rising costs of operation have outpaced local philanthropy and community donations. As a result, this grant funding opportunity is highly competitive.
In 2022-2023, United Way of Kankakee and Iroquois Counties’ Community Investment Fund provided financial support for 36 local programs, including mental health services, emergency food assistance, financial literacy classes, and more. View a list of 2022-2023 funded programs at www.myunitedway.org/partners
Volunteers Needed
United Way is currently seeking Kankakee and Iroquois county residents to serve as Community Investment Volunteers. These volunteers get a first-hand look at the programs applying for funding and help determine funding recommendations for the next fiscal cycle. Read more about this important role and fill out a volunteer interest form at www.myunitedway.org/community-investment-volunteers.
For questions about the Community Investment grants process or regarding volunteering, please email grants@myunitedway.org.