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Best Jersey County Grants for Nonprofits in Illinois

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Jersey County Mental Health Funding via St. Louis County Children's Service Fund

St. Louis County Children's Service Fund
Private
Bond County, Illinois, Calhoun County, Illinois +13 more
Unspecified amount
Clinicians and mental health program leaders serving children and families in Jersey County, Illinois can be nominated for this excellence-in-mental-health award recognizing impactful clinical work and research. St. Louis County Children's Service Fund honors professionals reducing stigma and addressing inequities in mental health care for Black/African American communities across the greater St. Louis region.
Mental Health & Psychiatric Diseases Black American Services Health Disparities & Social Determinants of Health +1 more

Spectrum Communications Digital Literacy Grants in Jersey

Charter Communications / Spectrum Mobile LLC
Corporate
Abbeville County, South Carolina, Acadia Parish, Louisiana +1125 more
US $2,500 - US $50,000
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Jersey County, Illinois that run existing programs teaching broadband use and digital skills to families or seniors can apply for Spectrum Digital Education Grants, awarding US $2,500 - US $50,000. Charter Communications supports technology access and digital literacy efforts that partner with low-income or multicultural communities in Spectrum service areas.
Technology Access & Digital Literacy

Mental Health Provider Awards from Children’s Service Fund

St. Louis County Children's Service Fund
Private
Bond County, Illinois, Calhoun County, Illinois +13 more
Unspecified amount
Jersey County, Illinois mental health providers serving children and families can access recognition through the St. Louis County Children's Service Fund’s Dr. John M. Anderson Excellence in Mental Health Award. Community-based professionals improving children’s mental and behavioral health and reducing stigma in the Black/African American community across the St. Louis region may be nominated through an extensive application process.
Black American Services Health Disparities & Social Determinants of Health Children’s Mental Health +1 more

Scholarship Foundation Support for Jersey County Students

The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis
Association/Society
Bond County, Illinois, Calhoun County, Illinois +15 more
Up to US $12,000
Low-income students in Jersey County, Illinois pursuing their first technical, associate, or bachelor’s degree at an accredited nonprofit college can receive up to US $12,000 annually through The Edward Jones Scholarship. Grants from The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis support youth active with designated St. Louis-area youth development agencies who meet GPA and residency requirements.
Youth Development & Leadership Academic Scholarship Programs

Bayer Fund: Food & Nutrition Grant

Bayer Fund
Corporate
Ada County, Idaho, Adams County, Nebraska +488 more
Unspecified amount
The Bayer Fund: Food & Nutrition Grant supports high-quality programs that combat malnutrition and improve access to nutritious foods, particularly for underserved communities and families with young children. Eligible organizations include 501(c)(3) nonprofits and government units. The fund prioritizes long-term behavioral change towards healthy eating and nutrition, with grants typically not exceeding 25% of an organization's operating budget. International requests start at $25,000, fostering sustainable food security and education initiatives.
Nutrition & Healthy Eating Food Access & Hunger

QuikTrip Donations: At-Risk Youth and Early Childhood Education

QuikTrip
Corporate
Andrew County, Missouri, Arizona +100 more
Unspecified amount
QuikTrip is dedicated to supporting at-risk youth and early childhood education through strategic community investments. By donating 5% of annual net profits to qualified non-profits, QuikTrip aims to empower individuals and break the cycle of poverty. The company partners with organizations providing educational opportunities, ensuring that all youth, regardless of their backgrounds, can thrive as independent citizens. This initiative highlights QuikTrip's commitment to making a measurable impact in the communities where its employees live and work.
Youth Services Education - Preschool / Early Learning Early Childhood Development +1 more

IL Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP)

USDA: Natural Resources Conservation Service of Illinois
State/Local Government
Adams County, Illinois, Alexander County, Illinois +99 more
Unspecified amount
The Illinois Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) encourages landowners with five or more acres of unimproved land to manage their properties for environmental conservation. By implementing habitat management plans, participants can potentially lower their property tax valuations. Key goals include restoring native species, controlling invasive species, and enhancing critical habitats. This program is essential for preserving Illinois’ biodiversity in a predominantly private landscape, making it a valuable initiative for local landowners.
Environmental Conservation Environmental Stewardship Firefighting & Fire Prevention +3 more

Scholarship Foundation Support for Jersey Students

The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis
Association/Society
Bond County, Illinois, Calhoun County, Illinois +7 more
Up to US $5,000
Students in Jersey County, Illinois with a currently or formerly incarcerated parent can apply for the Ava’s Grace Scholarship, awarding up to US $5,000 per year toward a first degree at an accredited nonprofit college. Administered by The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis, this need-based scholarship supports Missouri and eligible Illinois residents through graduation.
Academic Scholarship Programs

Jersey County Early Childhood Funding via Youthbridge

Youthbridge Community Foundation
Private
Calhoun County, Illinois, Clinton County, Illinois +11 more
Up to US $100,000
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) early childhood programs serving preschool to kindergarten children in underserved metropolitan St. Louis, including Jersey County, Illinois, can seek Youthbridge Community Foundation’s Gateway Children’s Charity grants. Awards up to US $100,000 support capital expansion projects and up to US $50,000 support quality-improvement and capacity-building initiatives like curricula, assessments, and professional development.
Education - Preschool / Early Learning Teacher Development & Training

Community Development Block Grant Disaster Response Program (IL)

Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)
State/Local Government
Adams County, Illinois, Alexander County, Illinois +81 more
Up to US $250,000
The Community Development Block Grant Disaster Response Program in Illinois provides vital funding to assist communities facing urgent threats to public health and safety due to disasters. Grants, capped at $250,000, support initiatives that benefit low-to-moderate income individuals or address significant community needs. Administered by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, the program emphasizes enhancing economic development, improving infrastructure, and ensuring safe living conditions for all residents.
Disaster Relief / Humanitarian Aid Community / Public Safety

Saigh Foundation Grant

Saigh Foundation
Private
Clinton County, Illinois, Franklin County, Missouri +10 more
Unspecified amount
The Saigh Foundation Grant supports St. Louis-area non-profit organizations focused on improving the lives of children and youth through educational and healthcare initiatives. Applications are accepted electronically via the foundation's online portal. The foundation does not fund annual appeals, capital campaigns, or organizations outside the metropolitan St. Louis area, ensuring that resources are maximized for local impact.
Education - K through 12 Education - Preschool / Early Learning Children’s Health & Pediatrics

Ferguson Support for Jersey County Housing

Ferguson
Corporate
Abbeville County, South Carolina, Accomack County, Virginia +722 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Jersey County, Illinois working on affordable housing, skilled trades, clean water, sanitation, or community development can seek project support through the Ferguson Cares Grant. Grants from Ferguson help U.S.-based nonprofits within its geographic footprint partner on housing, workforce, and neighborhood revitalization initiatives.
Equitable & Affordable Housing Community Development & Revitalization Sanitation & Clean Drinking Water +2 more

Community Needs Funding for Nonprofits from United Way of Greater St Louis

United Way Of Greater St Louis Inc
Private
Calhoun County, Illinois, Clinton County, Illinois +14 more
Up to US $100,000
Nonprofit organizations in Jersey County, Illinois can receive up to US $100,000 for one-year, non-renewable programs addressing urgent or emerging community needs. United Way of Greater St Louis provides flexible support for basic needs, health and wellness, community stability, jobs and financial mobility, early childhood, and youth success across its 16-county service area.
Basic Human Needs Wellness & Healthy Living Crisis Intervention +12 more

Whitaker Foundation - Arts & Parks Grants

Mr and Mrs Lyndon C Whitaker Charitable Foundation
Private
Bond County, Illinois, Calhoun County, Illinois +20 more
Unspecified amount
The Whitaker Foundation, established in 1975, supports arts and parks initiatives in St. Louis, Missouri. By funding arts organizations and park projects, it enriches community life through creativity and shared spaces. Eligible applicants must have 501(c)(3) status and provide free public programming. The foundation does not fund playgrounds, sports leagues, or individual grants, ensuring support is directed towards impactful community projects that promote relaxation, beauty, and celebration.
Parks & Public Spaces Art History Visual Arts +4 more

Ameren Grants for Jersey County Programs

Ameren Corporation
Corporate
Adams County, Illinois, Alexander County, Illinois +81 more
Unspecified amount
Jersey County, Illinois nonprofits and other tax-exempt organizations can seek funding for community programs, arts and culture, environment, health and human services, and youth and education initiatives. Jersey County nonprofits can access funding through Ameren for projects that enhance quality of life within the Ameren Illinois service area; applications are accepted year-round.
Art & Culture Education - K through 12 Natural Resources +8 more

Project Lead The Way STEM Grants in Jersey

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Adams County, Colorado, Alamance County, North Carolina +300 more
US $20,000
Public and charter schools in Jersey County, Illinois starting new PLTW Gateway STEM programs can receive US $20,000 over two years for participation fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training. Project Lead The Way partners with Burns & McDonnell to expand hands-on STEM learning in eligible, high–free-and-reduced-lunch schools.
STEM / STEAM Education

STEM Program Expansion Funding from Project Lead The Way

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Adams County, Colorado, Alamance County, North Carolina +300 more
US $10,000
Public or charter schools in Jersey County, Illinois with at least 40% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch can use this US $10,000 grant to expand existing PLTW Gateway STEM programs. Focused on STEM/STEAM education, Project Lead The Way supports added Gateway units, extra class periods, equipment, and teacher training for 2027–2028.
STEM / STEAM Education

Jersey County STEM Funding via Project Lead The Way

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Adams County, Colorado, Alamance County, North Carolina +300 more
US $10,000
Public and charter schools in Jersey County, Illinois with at least 40% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch can use this US $10,000 grant to expand existing PLTW Computer Science programs. With a mission to grow STEM education access, Project Lead The Way provides funding for fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training costs.
Computer Science & Engineering STEM / STEAM Education

Project Lead The Way Support for STEM

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Adams County, Colorado, Alamance County, North Carolina +300 more
US $20,000
Jersey County public and charter schools serving at least 40% free or reduced-price lunch students can access funding through Project Lead The Way to launch new PLTW Computer Science programs. This US $20,000, two-year grant supports participation fees, required computers, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training for the 2027–2028 academic year and beyond.
Computer Science & Engineering STEM / STEAM Education

Project Lead The Way Support for Engineering

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Adams County, Colorado, Alamance County, North Carolina +300 more
US $40,000
Public and charter schools in Jersey County, Illinois serving at least 40% free and reduced-price lunch students can apply for Project Lead The Way’s Burns & McDonnell partnership grants, awarding US $40,000 to launch new PLTW Engineering programs. Funding covers PLTW fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and core training over the 2027–2029 school years.
STEM / STEAM Education Engineering

STEM Program Expansion Funding from Project Lead The Way

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Adams County, Colorado, Alamance County, North Carolina +300 more
US $10,000
Public and charter middle schools in Jersey County, Illinois with at least 40% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch can apply for Project Lead The Way’s PLTW Engineering – Program Expansion grants, awarding US $10,000 to grow PLTW Gateway STEM offerings. Funds may cover participation fees, required equipment, devices, and PLTW Core Training costs.
Engineering STEM / STEAM Education

Bolivian Society of St. Louis Scholarship

Bolivian Society of St. Louis
Association/Society
Bond County, Illinois, Calhoun County, Illinois +13 more
Up to US $500

Bolivian Society of St. Louis

The Bolivian Society of St. Louis was founded in 1965 by Bolivian immigrants to promote and preserve the rich customs and culture of Bolivia for future generations and new Bolivian immigrants. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization in the Greater St. Louis Area.

Whether you're a native Bolivian, connecting with your family’s culture, or curious to learn more, we would love to have you join us at one of our events or fundraisers for some of the best food, music, traditions, and community that Bolivia has to offer.

Bolivian Society of St. Louis Scholarship

The scholarship is awarded on the basis of merit, community outreach, outstanding academic performance, and ancestry. Students of Bolivian and Hispanic/Latino ancestry (up to two generations) planning to enroll in a university, college, or trade school are eligible to apply. Preference will be given first to students of Bolivian decent, then to students born in a Latin American country, then to students of Latin American decent. 

Academic Scholarship Programs

Reverend Elie Collier Memorial Scholarship

The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis
Association/Society
Bond County, Illinois, Calhoun County, Illinois +13 more
Up to US $4,500
The Reverend Elie Collier Memorial Scholarship honors the legacy of Rev. Elie Collier, who founded an auto body business and a church dedicated to community service. Established to support students from the St. Louis area, this scholarship offers grants up to $4,500 for vocational training. It aims to empower individuals through education, ensuring they have the tools needed for career success. The renewable grants can be utilized for tuition or essential tools required for accredited programs.
Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Vocational & Trade Education Educational Access & Equity

Saigh Foundation Bravo Grants

The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis
Association/Society
Bond County, Illinois, Calhoun County, Illinois +12 more
Up to US $12,000
The Saigh Foundation Bravo Grants provide renewable scholarships of $12,000 per year to graduating high school seniors from the St. Louis metropolitan area who demonstrate significant financial need. These grants aim to support students who have overcome extraordinary challenges in their educational journey. Eligible applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 and plan to attend an accredited nonprofit college or university. This initiative focuses on enhancing the quality of life for children and youth through education.
Academic Scholarship Programs

ECF of The Boeing Company: St. Louis Missouri Chapter Grant Program

Employees Community Fund Of The Boeing Company
Private
Franklin County, Missouri, Jefferson County, Missouri +10 more
Unspecified amount
The Employees Community Fund (ECF) of The Boeing Company supports charitable organizations in the St. Louis area through grants focused on Health and Human Services, Education, Arts & Culture, and Civic Engagement. Applications for 2024 will be accepted from April 1 to June 30, with odd-numbered years prioritizing health initiatives. ECF has invested over $165 million in the community, empowering employees to make a significant impact through collaborative giving.
Art & Culture Education Health & Medicine +2 more

Marilyn and Morton Werner Egality Scholarship Fund

The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis
Association/Society
Bond County, Illinois, Calhoun County, Illinois +13 more
Unspecified amount
The Marilyn and Morton Werner Egality Scholarship Fund honors the legacy of its namesakes by supporting students committed to civic engagement and systemic change. Open to residents of the St. Louis metropolitan area, this scholarship prioritizes individuals with a proven record of leadership and community involvement. Award amounts reach up to $10,000 annually for graduate students and $6,000 for undergraduates, with funding available for up to five years. This initiative aims to empower the next generation of leaders in policy and public service.
Civic Engagement & Education Academic Scholarship Programs

PLTW Launch - New Program (Burns and McDonnell)

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Adams County, Colorado, Alamance County, North Carolina +300 more
Up to US $20,000
The PLTW Launch program, supported by Burns and McDonnell, aims to enhance student engagement in STEM education within eligible communities. This initiative will provide grants to schools that implement at least one PLTW Launch module in the 2025-2026 academic year, followed by another module in subsequent years. The program is designed to empower students with hands-on learning experiences that connect real-world challenges to essential skills, fostering a stronger future in STEM fields.
STEM / STEAM Education

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Grant Insights : Grant Funding Trends in Illinois

Average Grant Size

What's the typical amount funded for Illinois?

Grants are most commonly $104,222.

$104,222

Total Number of Grants

What's the total number of grants in Jersey County Grants for Nonprofits year over year?

In 2024, funders in Illinois awarded a total of 104,158 grants.

2022 97,582

2023 97,805

2024 104,158

Top Grant Focus Areas

Among all the Jersey County Grants for Nonprofits given out in Illinois, the most popular focus areas that receive funding are Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations, and Human Services.

1. Education

2. Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

3. Human Services

Funding Over Time

How is funding for Jersey County Grants for Nonprofits changing over time?

Funding has increased by 16.08%.

2022 $8,503,243,276

2023 $9,316,300,812
9.56%

2024 $10,813,952,832
16.08%

Illinois Counties That Receive the Most Funding

How does grant funding vary by county?

Cook County, Lake County, and Macon County receive the most funding.

County Total Grant Funding in 2024
Cook County $6,893,460,213
Lake County $720,580,526
Macon County $544,478,272
Champaign County $541,704,331
Dupage County $496,099,366

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