THE DUPAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Downers Grove, IL, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
36-3978733
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
Downers Grove, IL, US
•
501(c)3
•
EIN
36-3978733
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•
DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
AI Summary
The DuPage Community Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, is dedicated to grantmaking within DuPage County, focusing on fostering community development and supporting local nonprofits. With a total of $16.9 million in grants paid to 526 grantees in 2025, the foundation operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO FOSTER PHILANTHROPY, CONNECT DONORS TO AREA NEEDS, AND BUILD COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
Cause Areas
2
Philanthropy
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Swifty Foundation
$8.1M
9%
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
$2.5M
3%
PEOPLE'S RESOURCE CENTER
$2.3M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
241
Median 1st year grant
$10.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$15K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE DUPAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION?
No. THE DUPAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE DUPAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION give?
THE DUPAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, Virginia, and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE DUPAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE DUPAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE DUPAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, THE DUPAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION awarded about 240 grants, totaling nearly $16.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE DUPAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, THE DUPAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 530 grantees. Recent grantees include Swifty Foundation, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and PEOPLE'S RESOURCE CENTER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE DUPAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION?
THE DUPAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.