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Best Montgomery County Grants for Nonprofits in Illinois

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Last updated: October 5, 2026. Next update: November 1, 2026.

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Semnani Family Foundation Grants

Rolling deadline
The Semnani Family Foundation, established in 1993, is dedicated to supporting marginalized communities worldwide through health, education, and disaster relief initiatives. Founded by Khosrow and Ghazaleh Semnani, it began by funding an orphanage in Romania. The foundation also operates locally, providing free healthcare through the Maliheh Free Clinic in Utah. Its commitment to human welfare drives impactful partnerships in countries such as Afghanistan, India, and South Africa, focusing on the most vulnerable populations.
Semnani Family Foundation

Unspecified amount

Dudley T. Dougherty Foundation Grant

Applications due Oct 31, 2026
The Dudley T. Dougherty Foundation Grant supports nonprofit charitable organizations recognized under section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Revenue Code. Established in 2002, the foundation aims to empower groups committed to positive change, fostering respect for life and the environment. Their vision emphasizes collaboration for a better future, encouraging applicants to embody these values in their initiatives. With a focus on impactful projects, this grant is an opportunity for organizations striving to make a critical difference in our world.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc

Unspecified amount

Student Scholarship Funding from Central Alabama Community Foundation

Applications due Feb 2, 2027
High school seniors pursuing college or vocational education who have lived in Baldwin County, Alabama for at least a year can apply for the Hawkins Educational Foundation Scholarship, supporting undergraduate study. Students from Montgomery County, Illinois are not eligible, but local nonprofits may know Alabama-connected families who could benefit.
Central Alabama Community Foundation

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2499 Line of Duty Scholarship

Applications due Mar 1, 2027
The 2499 Line of Duty Scholarship, established by the Central Alabama Community Foundation, honors Montgomery Police Officer David Colley. It provides financial assistance to high school seniors from Autauga, Elmore, Lowndes, Macon, or Montgomery Counties pursuing higher education. Eligible students must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 and have intentions to serve in the military or as first responders, or be children of service members. This scholarship supports future leaders dedicated to community service.
Central Alabama Community Foundation

Unspecified amount

College Success Funding for Students from Central Alabama Community Foundation

Applications due Mar 1, 2027
Graduating African American seniors pursuing higher education can seek scholarship support for college success from Central Alabama Community Foundation; the program is open to students at Georgiana School, Greenville High School, and McKenzie School. Focused on higher education access and persistence, this opportunity may benefit nonprofits in Montgomery County, Illinois that advise or support college-bound youth.
Central Alabama Community Foundation

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College Success Funding from Central Alabama Community Foundation

Applications due Mar 1, 2027
Graduating high school seniors pursuing higher education can receive scholarship support for college access and persistence through the Dean B. Albritton Memorial Scholarship, benefiting students at schools in Autauga, Elmore, or Montgomery County. Grants from Central Alabama Community Foundation may be relevant to Montgomery County, Illinois nonprofits working on college preparation or success initiatives.
Central Alabama Community Foundation

Unspecified amount

Community Foundation Grants for Montgomery County Education

Applications due Mar 1, 2027
Graduating high school seniors in Macoupin or Montgomery Counties pursuing a STEAM-related degree can receive scholarship support for higher education. Grants from Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln help Montgomery County, Illinois students access postsecondary opportunities in STEAM fields through the Fred E. Droste Memorial Scholarship program.
Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln

Unspecified amount

Central Alabama Community Foundation Support for Students

Applications due Mar 1, 2027
Graduating high school seniors in Montgomery County planning to attend an accredited college or university can receive renewable scholarship support for higher education. Grants from Central Alabama Community Foundation help students, especially those with financial need, whose academic performance, leadership, character, and extracurricular involvement show strong potential to complete a college degree.
Central Alabama Community Foundation

US $1,500

Scholarship Funding from Central Alabama Community Foundation

Applications due Mar 1, 2027
Graduating high school seniors seeking scholarship support for higher education can apply for the Kyle Leonard Memorial Scholarship, a US $1,500 award based on academics and community involvement. Focused on education, Central Alabama Community Foundation invites eligible students, including those from communities like Montgomery County, Illinois, to pursue funding for college costs.
Central Alabama Community Foundation

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Central Alabama Community Foundation Support for Students

Applications due Mar 1, 2027
Graduating high school seniors from any school in Autauga County who have participated in Dixie Youth Baseball can receive scholarship support for higher education through the Paul Easterling Dixie Youth Scholarship. Grants from Central Alabama Community Foundation honor students demonstrating strong sportsmanship on and off the field, which may benefit Montgomery County, Illinois nonprofits assisting eligible youth applicants.
Central Alabama Community Foundation

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Central Alabama Community Foundation Education Grants in Illinois

Applications due Mar 1, 2027
Montgomery County, Illinois students seeking higher education support can access funding through the Ronnie Mendheim Memorial Scholarship, which benefits graduating seniors from any high school located in Dothan, Alabama. Administered by Central Alabama Community Foundation, awards are based on academic achievement, leadership in school and community activities, and minimum GPA and ACT requirements.
Central Alabama Community Foundation

US $2,000

Scholarship Funding for Students from Central Alabama Community Foundation

Applications due Mar 1, 2027
Graduating high school seniors in specified Alabama counties pursuing higher education or vocational and trade studies can receive $2,000 scholarships for college, university, or trade school. Grants from Central Alabama Community Foundation support fields like education, healthcare administration, language pathology, nursing, occupational and physical therapy, psychology, and social work, with up to four renewable awards each year.
Central Alabama Community Foundation

Up to US $1,000

Dayton Foundation Grants for Montgomery County Education

Applications due Mar 6, 2027
Current college students from Montgomery County high schools in Ohio seeking help with higher education costs can receive up to US $1,000 for tuition or related expenses. The Adam Broock Scholarship from The Dayton Foundation supports students attending accredited nonprofit junior, community, or four-year colleges who demonstrate financial need and academic success.
The Dayton Foundation

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Dayton Foundation Support for Student Scholarships

Applications due Mar 6, 2027
Montgomery County, Illinois nonprofits supporting minority students pursuing higher education may be eligible to connect students with the Deloris L. Winslow Scholarship for Community Excellence, which aids Clark and Montgomery County students. Administered by The Dayton Foundation, it supports degrees in social work, political science, counseling, psychology, social services, or alcohol and substance abuse treatment.
The Dayton Foundation

Up to US $7,550

Montgomery County Education Funding via Dayton Foundation

Applications due Mar 6, 2027
Graduating African-American high school students from Montgomery County planning to attend a four-year college full-time can apply for the Hazel Carter Scott Scholarship, awarding up to US $7,550 for higher education costs. Administered by The Dayton Foundation, this support may benefit local nonprofits assisting college preparation and access for eligible youth.
The Dayton Foundation

Up to US $750

Montgomery County Education Funding via Dayton Foundation

Applications due Mar 6, 2027
African-American high school seniors pursuing education degrees at HBCUs can receive up to US $750 through the Paul R. and Frieda M. Miller Memorial Scholarship from The Dayton Foundation. Focused on higher education and college preparation, this support may benefit students from Montgomery County, Illinois who meet the academic and financial need criteria.
The Dayton Foundation

Up to US $1,000

Dayton Foundation Support for Youth Education

Applications due Mar 6, 2027
African-American high school seniors in Montgomery County, Ohio pursuing college or vocational education and participating in golf, baseball, or softball can receive up to US $1,000 for postsecondary costs. With a mission to strengthen communities, The Dayton Foundation provides this scholarship, with preference for Dayton Public Schools graduates, which may benefit students connected to Montgomery County, Illinois nonprofits.
The Dayton Foundation

Up to US $500

Scholarship Funding for Students from Dayton Foundation

Applications due Mar 6, 2027
Montgomery County, Illinois nonprofits supporting college-bound youth may be eligible to help students access the African-American Community Foundation – Scott Neal Simpson Scholarship from The Dayton Foundation; awards up to US $500 for higher education costs. Eligible students must live in Montgomery County, have a 2.5 GPA, full-time enrollment, leadership qualities, and high school sports participation.
The Dayton Foundation

Up to US $500

Scholarship Funding for Students from Dayton Foundation

Applications due Mar 6, 2027
Graduating high school seniors and current college students from Montgomery County, Ohio can apply for the Wahid Abdullah Memorial Scholarship, offering up to US $500 for two-year, four-year, technical, or vocational education. Administered by The Dayton Foundation, applicants must also demonstrate community service to be considered.
The Dayton Foundation

Up to US $3,000

Montgomery County Education Funding via Dayton Foundation

Applications due Mar 6, 2027
Graduating high school seniors pursuing journalism-related majors can receive up to US $3,000 to support college costs through this scholarship and internship program. Focused on education and college preparation, The Dayton Foundation invites students from eligible Miami Valley counties to apply; Montgomery County, Illinois nonprofits working with such students may share this opportunity.
The Dayton Foundation

Up to US $1,250

Dayton Foundation College Prep Grants in Illinois

Applications due Mar 6, 2027
High school seniors pursuing higher education with strong academics, leadership, community service, and financial need may be eligible for up to US $1,250 toward college through the Dorothy Reynolds Scholarship. With a mission to help donors and organizations help others, The Dayton Foundation provides Montgomery County, Illinois students preparing for college with support for tuition at accredited two- or four-year institutions.
The Dayton Foundation

Up to US $1,000

Montgomery County Nursing Education Funding via Dayton Foundation

Applications due Mar 6, 2027
Students pursuing LPN or BSN nursing degrees and admitted to nursing programs in Montgomery or Greene counties can receive up to US $1,000 for tuition and related educational costs. The Helen and Howard Smith Nursing Scholarship from The Dayton Foundation supports higher education and career preparation; non-traditional students may be especially competitive.
The Dayton Foundation

Up to US $1,000

Montgomery County Graphic Arts Funding via Dayton Foundation

Applications due Mar 6, 2027
Graduating high school seniors and current college students majoring in graphic arts and living in Montgomery County, Ohio can receive up to US $1,000 to further their education through the Julie Clare Bergman Scholarship. The Dayton Foundation supports postsecondary study in graphic arts for full-time students who demonstrate financial need.
The Dayton Foundation

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Maurice Neinken Scholarship

Applications due Apr 15, 2027

Bucks County Foundation

Since our founding in 1979, the staff at BCF have been working closely with donors, local leaders, and nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life in Bucks County. Our work with local charitable organizations helps to improve the health and wellbeing of children and families across the county.

Scholarships

The Bucks County Foundation is proud to support students throughout Bucks County in their pursuit of higher education and attainment of academic, trade and life skills that translate into economic self-sufficiency. Through the generosity of donors in our region, we manage over 100 scholarship distributions for a wide variety of students with diverse educational journeys.

Maurice Neinken Scholarship

Provides scholarships to students with financial needs, preferably to those from families with a historical connection to the garment manufacturing industry in Upper Bucks or Eastern Montgomery County- primarily the Quakertown, Pennridge, Palisades, and Souderton school district regions.

Bucks County Foundation

Up to US $30,000

Levin Family Foundation Grants for Montgomery County

Letter of inquiry due Apr 30, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations addressing issues like the opiate epidemic, human trafficking, bullying, suicide prevention, or pollinator conservation may be eligible for up to US $30,000 in project support, including work affecting Montgomery County, Illinois. Levin Family Foundation prioritizes projects in the Greater Dayton Area and requires an LOI and site visit before full applications.
Levin Family Foundation

Unspecified amount

CFLL Community Grants Program

Applications due Jul 10, 2027
The CFLL Community Grants Program, offered by the Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln, invites nonprofit organizations in Sangamon, Cass, Christian, Logan, Macoupin, Menard, Montgomery, and Morgan counties to apply for funding. This program supports various charitable causes and enables donors to consider diverse funding opportunities. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) organizations, faith-based groups, schools, and local government entities. This initiative enhances the community by fostering partnerships and addressing local needs.
Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln

Unspecified amount

Montgomery County Community Funding via Community Foundation

Applications due Sep 1, 2027
Nonprofits and public entities in Montgomery County, Illinois seeking support for community services, economic development, or organizational growth can apply to the St. Joseph's Home Legacy of Care Fund. With a mission to strengthen local charitable work, Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln invites eligible 501(c)(3)s, schools, faith-based organizations, and government units to request project funding.
Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln

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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 Montgomery 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 Montgomery 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 Montgomery 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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