Grants of up to $3,500 available for youth-led groups in the Rockford area
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ROCKFORD — The Community Foundation of Northern Illinois is now accepting applications for the In Youth We Trust grant program.
Applications must be submitted by youth-led groups or organizations serving young people in Boone, Ogle, Stephenson or Winnebago counties, using the forms found HERE. Applications are accepted until 5 p.m. March 1.
Applications will be reviewed by the In Youth We Trust Council, a group of local high school students who convene monthly at the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois to learn about grantmaking, volunteerism and community leadership. Applicants can request a maximum of $3,500.
Recent recipients include the African-American Resource Center at Booker, Rockford Park District, Boys and Girls Club, Rochelle Interact Club, Youth Services Network, PFLAG-DiversCITY, and Harlem Veterans Project.
The IYWT Council looks for projects that:
• Promote collaboration and teamwork
• Provide creative solutions to community issues
• Create community awareness and understanding of youth issues
• Have a clear, practical plan for implementation
• Have a realistic budget
Applicants must be part of a 501(c)3 nonprofit, public institution or an organized group carrying out a charitable purpose. Additionally, youth should be involved in every aspect of the grant process, including project planning, grant writing and project implementation.
