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Youth Development and Economic Freedom Grants is a grant program from Dekko Foundation that funds projects supporting the healthy development of children from birth to age 18 in specific communities associated with the foundation's founder, Chester E. Dekko.
Eligible geographic areas include Limestone County, Alabama; DeKalb, LaGrange, Kosciusko, Noble, Steuben, and Whitley counties in Indiana; and Clarke, Decatur, Lucas, Ringgold, and Union counties in Iowa. Grants typically range from $500 to over $600,000, with an average award of approximately $10,000. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits or organizations with a formalized fiscal sponsor relationship.
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Apply Now! - The Dekko Foundation BE SURE YOUR PROPOSAL ALIGNS WITH: We consider grant proposals that benefit people in communities where our founder, Mr. Chester E. Dekko, had an interest during his lifetime.
Those communities are: Alabama: Limestone County Indiana: DeKalb, LaGrange, Kosciusko, Noble, Steuben and Whitley counties Iowa: Clarke, Decatur, Lucas, Ringgold, and Union counties Our grantmaking is focused on projects that support the healthy development of children from birth to age 18.
YOU’RE JUST A FEW STEPS AWAY FROM SENDING US YOUR PROPOSAL We look forward to seeing your ideas for making great things happen for children and young people. Just click the link below and you’ll be directed to our online application portal. Our online portal is designed to walk you through the application process.
Certain questions will have brief explanations to help you understand the information we’re seeking. It will also ask you what you’re requesting an investment for: Growing your organization’s capacity Engaging young people in philanthropy We’ve tried to keep our application process simple, but we know you may have questions along the way. Please don’t hesitate to reach out.
You can email our grants and program associate, Payton Hunley, at phunley@dekkofoundation. org . Or give us a call at 260-347-1278 and let us know how we can assist you.
CLICK HERE TO BEGIN OUR ONLINE APPLICATION.
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What program or service are you requesting support for?
What results do you expect to achieve for children and young people?
What geographic area will be served?
What is your organization budget?
What is your requested amount?
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations or those with a formalized fiscal sponsor relationship. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $500 - $600,000+ (Average: $10,000) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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SERVICE DELIVERY C4 R3 Youth Development | Violence Prevention is a grant program from the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA) that funds community organizations providing youth development and violence prevention services in Illinois communities disproportionately impacted by gun violence and economic disinvestment. The program is part of the Restore, Reinvest and Renew (R3) initiative, established under the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act to direct cannabis tax revenues toward communities harmed by the war on drugs era. A total of $15 million is available from a $50 million SFY25 state appropriation. Funded activities include gun violence intervention and prevention, restorative justice, economic capacity building, community trauma treatment, and programs addressing social determinants of health. All eligible entities in Illinois may apply. The application deadline was March 6, 2026.
Youth Development Funding Opportunity - Local Assistance Mini Grants is sponsored by New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS). Nonprofit community-based organizations may apply for local mini grant assistance funding for grassroots and community-based organizations to fund direct service programming to support youth, families, and communities throughout New York State. This category specifically focuses on local assistance mini-grants for direct service programming.
Education and Youth Development Grants is a grant from the Watertown Community Foundation that funds programs enhancing the academic, social, emotional, and physical well-being of Watertown's youth. Eligible focus areas include academic enrichment, social-emotional learning, arts and culture, physical health, career skill-building, civic engagement, and intern stipends. Applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations based in Watertown or serving its residents in partnership with a local nonprofit. Programs must occur outside the K-12 school day or as part of a district-wide Watertown Public Schools initiative. General grant requests range from $500 to $2,500; internship grants up to $2,000; district-wide initiatives up to $5,000. The deadline is March 23, 2026.