CFNIL Grant Programs
Grantmaking is a Commitment at CFNIL
CFNIL has been building endowments and honoring donor intent through grantmaking in the Rockford region since 1953. Early grants responded to community needs by funding the distribution of the polio vaccine and creating safe places for children to play. Since its founding, CFNIL has granted more than $80,000,000 for the benefit of the region. This has been made possible through the generosity of CFNIL’s donors—individuals, families and organizations committed to improving the region’s quality of life. Endowed gifts create reliable funding for current needs and future opportunities. That’s the power of endowment!
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Grants Team Office Hours
CFNIL grants staff have "office hours" set aside to assist grantseekers year-round, each Wednesday from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Simply contact Program and Administrative Associate Lisa DeLang at edelang@cfnil.org or 779-210-8210 to sign up for a time! Please note: as grant application deadlines approach, these hours will likely fill up, so call early!
