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Grant Opportunities
Grant Portal
Grant Recipients
For questions or more information about The Foundation’s annual grant opportunities contact Jake Schlicht, Manager of Grants and Scholarships at [email protected] or call 815-338-4483.

About The Community Foundation Grants 

The Community Foundation for McHenry County awards approximately $1.5 million annually to local nonprofits through our competitive grant process. These grants are made possible by the generosity of our donors who are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for McHenry County residents now and for generations to come.

Endowed gifts are particularly impactful, providing a stable and perpetual funding source that addresses both current needs and future needs. Your support through endowed contributions ensures the sustained success and growth of vital community services.

Click here to support our granting fund and make a lasting difference.

Grant Program Overview

The Community Foundation for McHenry County is committed to enhancing county services and expanding financial support to local non-profits. The 2025 grant opportunity refinements aim to improve the responsiveness of our grant funding to meet community needs, foster a pro-active approach to addressing county-wide issues, provide targeted support to organizations of varying sizes, and promote the development of community partnerships.

Details of 2025 grant opportunities are below.