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Best Shelby County Grants for Nonprofits in Illinois

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Shelby County Land Conservation Funding via NRCS

USDA: Natural Resources Conservation Service of Illinois
State/Local Government
Adams County, Illinois, Alexander County, Illinois +99 more
Unspecified amount
Private landowners with at least five contiguous acres of unimproved land in Shelby County, Illinois can apply for the Conservation Stewardship Program, which offers reduced property tax valuation in exchange for a habitat management plan. This USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service of Illinois program supports native habitat restoration, invasive species control, and improved wildlife and forest health.
Environmental Conservation Environmental Stewardship Firefighting & Fire Prevention +3 more

Sparklight Support for Shelby County Nonprofits

Sparklight
Corporate
Ada County, Idaho, Adair County, Missouri +291 more
Unspecified amount
Eligible 501(c)(3) public charities and government units in Shelby County, Illinois can apply for Sparklight’s Charitable Giving Fund to support education, digital literacy, food insecurity, and community development projects. Funding can back special projects, capital campaigns, or capacity-building initiatives for organizations serving areas where Sparklight or its brands do business.
Education Food Access & Hunger Community Development & Revitalization +2 more

Ameren Grants for Shelby County Nonprofits

Ameren Corporation
Corporate
Adams County, Illinois, Alexander County, Illinois +81 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations in the Ameren Illinois service area, including Shelby County, Illinois, can seek funding for arts and culture, community development, environment, health and human services, and youth and education programs. Grants from Ameren Corporation help strengthen quality of life for local residents and support vulnerable populations without a fixed application deadline each year.
Art & Culture Education - K through 12 Natural Resources +8 more

Bayer Fund Nutrition Grants in Shelby County

Bayer Fund
Corporate
Ada County, Idaho, Adams County, Nebraska +488 more
Unspecified amount
Shelby County, Illinois nonprofits and public entities running food access and nutrition education programs can access funding through Bayer Fund to address malnutrition and hunger. Eligible, established 501(c)(3) organizations, schools, and local governments in this legacy-Monsanto community may seek support for behavior-change nutrition education, food pantries, backpack programs, community gardens, and other healthy food distribution efforts.
Nutrition & Healthy Eating Food Access & Hunger

DCEO Disaster Response Grants in Illinois

Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO)
State/Local Government
Adams County, Illinois, Alexander County, Illinois +81 more
Up to US $250,000
Units of local government in Shelby County, Illinois and other eligible Illinois counties can access funding for disaster response projects that address urgent threats to public health and safety. Grants from Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity help communities repair infrastructure, support low-to-moderate income residents, and meet critical community development needs, with awards up to US $250,000.
Disaster Relief / Humanitarian Aid Community / Public Safety

STEM Education Funding from Project Lead The Way

Project Lead the Way inc.
Private
Adair County, Missouri, Adams County, Illinois +143 more
US $15,000
Public and charter K–12 schools in Shelby County, Illinois can receive US $15,000 to start new PLTW Launch STEM programs or expand existing ones with additional modules. Grants from Project Lead The Way help cover participation fees, required devices, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training, with preference for schools serving mostly high-need students.
STEM / STEAM Education

Healthy Communities Funding for Nonprofits from Lumpkin Family Foundation

The Lumpkin Family Foundation
Private
Bond County, Illinois, Champaign County, Illinois +15 more
US $2,500 - US $50,000
501(c)(3) organizations in Shelby County, Illinois can apply for US $2,500 - US $50,000 in Land, Health, Community support to strengthen rural health, food systems, and mental wellness through nature-based programs. The Lumpkin Family Foundation prioritizes rural projects that connect communities, expand sustainable agriculture, and promote outdoor engagement and healthy, affordable food access.
Rural Development Food Security Sustainable Agriculture & Agroecology +6 more

Computer Science Education Funding from Project Lead The Way

Project Lead the Way inc.
Private
Adair County, Missouri, Adams County, Illinois +143 more
US $20,000
Public and charter high schools in Shelby County, Illinois can access funding through Project Lead the Way to start or expand PLTW Computer Science programs. Grants of US $20,000 may cover participation fees, required computers or tablets, program equipment and supplies, and PLTW Core Training with related travel, room, and board costs.
Computer Science & Engineering STEM / STEAM Education

New Rural Teacher Funding from Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation

Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation
Private
Clark County, Illinois, Clay County, Illinois +9 more
US $200
With a mission to cultivate philanthropy, Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation provides new K–12 teachers in southeastern Illinois with US $200 classroom grants. First- and second-year teachers in Shelby County, Illinois and nearby counties can apply for support from the Central Illinois Rural Teacher Corps Fund to strengthen rural education, including STEM and special needs instruction.
Education Education - K through 12

Susan Cook House Educational Grants for Shelby County

Susan Cook House Educational Trust
Private
Adams County, Illinois, Brown County, Illinois +42 more
Unspecified amount
Focused on education, Susan Cook House Educational Trust invites Shelby County, Illinois 501(c)(3) nonprofits to seek support for charitable educational purposes. Eligible organizations must be tax-exempt charities, and individuals may not apply. Nonprofits serving central Illinois counties, including Shelby County, may benefit from this funding opportunity.
Education

Project Lead the Way Computer Science Grants in Shelby County

Project Lead the Way inc.
Private
Adair County, Missouri, Adams County, Illinois +143 more
US $10,000
Public and charter high schools in Shelby County, Illinois expanding an existing PLTW Computer Science program can receive US $10,000 to add courses, sections, or trained teachers. Focused on STEM and computer science education, Project Lead the Way funding may cover PLTW fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and core training costs.
Computer Science & Engineering STEM / STEAM Education

Ameren Community Development Grants in Shelby County

Ameren Corporation
Corporate
Adair County, Missouri, Adams County, Illinois +149 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving communities in Shelby County, Illinois can seek community program funding that supports education, civic engagement, economic services, and community development. Ameren Corporation supports local organizations and events in Missouri and Illinois communities where it has a business presence, with a mid-year grant cycle typically running 30 days.
Education Economic Services & Development Civic Engagement & Education +1 more

Shelby County Wellness Funding via Lumpkin Family Foundation

The Lumpkin Family Foundation
Private
Champaign County, Illinois, Clark County, Illinois +26 more
Up to US $10,000
Shelby County, Illinois 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting staff mental health and wellness can access funding through the Lumpkin Family Foundation for sabbatical leave or other wellness activities. Eligible recent Lumpkin grantees may receive up to US $10,000, with preference for organizations under $1 million in budget that have not previously received a Wellness Grant.
Mental Health & Psychiatric Diseases

Otto A. Huth Scholarship Fund

The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada
Private
United States
Up to US $40,000

The monetary value of each scholarship award varies depending upon the amount available in each individual scholarship fund. Scholarship award amounts range from $1,000 - $5,000 for a single year.

Otto A. Huth Scholarship Fund

Aging out of foster care or child welfare custody in Nevada?

The Otto A. Huth Scholarship Fund is established to provide support for youth who are about to age out of foster care or have already aged out of foster care in the state of Nevada who are seeking support for post-high school education (university, community college, business school, and trade school) at institutions located within the United States. Applicants must apply before their 21st birthday.

Applicants may apply for a scholarship for a maximum of 5 years for up to $40,000 in total. Annual scholarship awards are not to exceed $10,000. Scholarship awards may cover tuition, on-campus room & board, books, student health insurance, on-campus meal plans, and other education-related expenses.

Education - Higher Education

The Davis Fire Appreciation Scholarship

The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada
Private
United States
US $3,000

The monetary value of each scholarship award varies depending upon the amount available in each individual scholarship fund. Scholarship award amounts range from $1,000 - $5,000 for a single year.

The Davis Fire Appreciation Scholarship

The Davis Fire Appreciation Scholarship honors the brave firefighters and law enforcement officers who safeguarded our Nevada communities by supporting their family members' pursuit of higher education.

The Davis Fire Appreciation Scholarship was established by the residents of the Montreux, Arrowcreek, Saddlehorn, and surrounding communities to demonstrate deep appreciation for the firefighters and law enforcement officers who worked tirelessly to hold the fire line during the September 2024 Davis Fire and saved their homes.

The Davis Fire Appreciation Family Scholarships are offered to family members of Nevada firefighters and/or family members of law enforcement who are seeking a 2- or 4-year degree, trade school, or vocational certificate. This is a one-time award of $3,000.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Jim & Betty Lilly Scholarship Fund

Stanislaus Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $1,000

Stanislaus Community Foundation provides scholarship opportunities for students in order to help them achieve their educational and career goals. We believe that by investing in our students, we are investing in a brighter future for Stanislaus.

Jim & Betty Lilly Scholarship Fund

Open to students from Stanislaus and Calaveras County who have attended a continuation high school, including those who have returned to and graduated from traditional high schools or attending a Vocational School.

Award Amount:

  • $1,000
Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation Vocational & Trade Education

Nico Goon Compassionate Scholar Award

The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada
Private
Nevada, United States
US $2,500

The monetary value of each scholarship award varies depending upon the amount available in each individual scholarship fund. Scholarship award amounts range from $1,000 - $5,000 for a single year.

Nico Goon Compassionate Scholar Award

The Nico Goon Compassionate Scholar Award is designed to support graduating high school seniors from Northern Nevada who are planning to attend a 4-year university to complete their degree. One scholarship of $2,500 will be awarded each year to a student who the committee feels exemplifies the qualities that Nico possessed. Consciously, Nico had a love for learning and pursuit of knowledge that was inspiring to his classmates and teachers. Subconsciously, Nico walked through life with a kindness and compassion that impacted the lives of others. Together, these qualities can have a lasting impact on the world around you. This is a one-time award. 

Education - Higher Education

Foster Children Education Scholarship

The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

The monetary value of each scholarship award varies depending upon the amount available in each individual scholarship fund. Scholarship award amounts range from $1,000 - $5,000 for a single year.

Foster Children Education Scholarship

The Foster Children Education Foundation Scholarship supports youth who are, or have been, in foster care in the State of Nevada. This includes: a) youth who were never legally adopted or expected to be legally adopted, b) youth who were adopted at or after age 13, and c) youth who were placed with foster families outside the State of Nevada.

This scholarship has the potential to be renewed with reapplication.

Education - Higher Education Child Foster Care & Adoption Services

Gordon Lymbery Scholarship

The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada
Private
United States
Up to US $1,000

The monetary value of each scholarship award varies depending upon the amount available in each individual scholarship fund. Scholarship award amounts range from $1,000 - $5,000 for a single year.

Gordon Lymbery Scholarship

Candidates for the Gordon Lymbery, PhD Memorial Scholarship must have graduated from a Northern Nevada high school, or received a GED, and must be seeking an Associate’s, Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.

Candidates for the Gordon Lymbery, PhD Memorial Scholarship must have graduated from a Northern Nevada high school, or received a GED, and must be seeking an Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, or Master’s degree. Awards for up to $1,000 are available for graduates of any Northern Nevada high school. Please see the Lymbery Certification Scholarship if you are seeking a certificate. This is a one-time award but has the potential to be renewed with reapplication.

Education - Higher Education

Edward Arciniega Scholarship

The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada
Private
United States
Up to US $1,000

The monetary value of each scholarship award varies depending upon the amount available in each individual scholarship fund. Scholarship award amounts range from $1,000 - $5,000 for a single year.

Edward Arciniega Scholarship

For graduating seniors from Churchill County High School, Charter School, or from a Churchill County Home-school program, intending to study at a 2-4 year college, having studied a foreign language for at least 4 years. This is a single year award for students who have at least four years of study in a language other than English in grades 6-12, and who have demonstrated an aptitude for language and academic accomplishment. This is a one-time award of up to $1,000.

Education - Higher Education Language Education

Cynthia Chapman Memorial Scholarship

The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada
Private
United States
Up to US $2,000

The monetary value of each scholarship award varies depending upon the amount available in each individual scholarship fund. Scholarship award amounts range from $1,000 - $5,000 for a single year.

Cynthia Chapman Memorial Scholarship

Cynthia Chapman was a renowned pianist who was dedicated to the pursuit of science and education. She devoted much of her life developing educational videos for Encyclopedia Britannica. This scholarship is in honor of her exceptional accomplishments and career.

The Cynthia Chapman Memorial Scholarship is designed for students who have a background in music (such as playing an instrument, choir, band, etc.) and who are pursuing a degree in a science related field. This scholarship is for graduating high school seniors from Northern Nevada, with a preference for those from Eureka County. This is a one-time award of up to $2,000.

Education - Higher Education Career / College Preparation Music +1 more

Austen Marie Path to Music Memorial Scholarship

The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada
Private
United States
Up to US $5,000

The monetary value of each scholarship award varies depending upon the amount available in each individual scholarship fund. Scholarship award amounts range from $1,000 - $5,000 for a single year.

Austen Marie Path to Music Memorial Scholarship

The Austen Marie Path to Music Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Austen Marie Lynch to help support fellow musicians pursue a career in music, extending to others the opportunity to fulfill her own dream of becoming a career artist. Austen was a hardworking, tenacious, and talented musician. Her dream was to attend college and become a career musician. She was a singer, a songwriter, a guitarist, a poet, an artist, and a lover of ALL music. At 17 years old, Austen passed from a rare and terminal cancer in the comfort of her own bed surrounded by her loved ones, her guitars, and her record collection. 

This scholarship will be awarded to fellow musicians to attend school and fulfill their dream of becoming a career artist. There will be no GPA or academic requirement, but the applicant must show their dedication to music and ability to overcome life's challenges. Eligible applicants will be graduating seniors from a Nevada high school who plan to attend an institute of higher education to pursue a major or minor in music. This is a one-time award of up to $5,000 and has the potential to be renewed for additional years with reapplication.

Education - Higher Education Music Education

Shelby County Grants for Nonprofits Highlights

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

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 Shelby 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 Shelby 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 Shelby 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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