Impact200
In 2024, this program granted $200,000.
The Heart of Illinois Community Foundation is devoted to enhancing the quality of life in Macon, Piatt and Moultrie Counties and Paris, IL, and enriching our community now and in the future. We work with our generous donors to help meet the pressing needs in our society and build upon great ideas for our future.
The Community Foundation provides leadership and resources to help achieve positive change, representing the work of many hearts and hands spanning years of dedication to Macon County.
It is through this work and spirit of generosity the Impact100 Grant program was created. Each year, the Impact100 program provides a minimum of $100,000 in Macon County community grants.
2024 Impact200 grant recipients:
- Bement CUSD #5, Popping for a Purpose, $3,500
- Macon Resources, Inc., Brave Hearts Community Empowerment Plan $5,000
- AMBUCS of Sullivan, IL, Ramp Building & AmTrykes, $10,000
- Sullivan CUSD #300, Buster the School Bus – School Bus Safety Program, $11,200
- Oasis Day Center, Enhancing Basic Needs Services, $15,000
- Mt. Zion CUSD 3 Special Education Department, Sensory Support for Students with Special Needs, $22,000
- Northeast Community Fund, Small Home Improvement Program, $29,300
- Project Read Plus, Expanding Sites and Resources for Equitable Access, $30,000
- Macon County SKILLS/Macon-Piatt ROE #39, Macon County SKILLS Summer Respite Program, $34,000
- Hope Lives Youth Ranch, Indoor Arena Build Project, $40,000
Information about Impact200
Available funding
- $200,000 available funding for 2024
- Funding range per grant: no minimum to $50,000
- Have 501(c) 3 status from the Internal Revenue Service or be a qualified charitable, religious or government organization.
- Organization must be located in Macon, Piatt, or Moultrie counties or Paris, IL
- The grantmaking process of The Heart of Illinois Community Foundation prioritizes 501c3 organizations that are recognized by the IRS as operating public charities for a minimum of 3 years.
Types of Projects or Programs Supported
The Heart of Illinois Community Foundation invites proposals in the areas of arts/culture/recreation, social services, conservation/environment, health, youth, and education. This application accepts proposals for operating funds.
What is your organization’s greatest need right now? Do you have a one-time project that would address a critical need? Are you starting a new program or expanding a current one? Do you have an improvement project that’s beyond your organization’s means?
Types of Projects or Programs Not Supported
The Impact100 grant program does NOT provide grant funding for the following:
- Endowments
- Scholarships
- Debt reduction
- Capital campaigns
- Grants to individuals
- Costs already incurred
- For-profit entities
- Meals, diems, travel expenses, conference attendance
- Loans or assistance to be given to individuals, including gift cards, gift certificates, stipends or other incentives
- Political candidates or partisan purposes
- Projects/programs outside of Macon, Piatt or Moultrie counties or Paris, IL
- Start up costs for new agencies (new programs or projects within an established agency are eligible)
Capacity
- Provide evidence of sound management and administration.
- Document capacity to mobilize resources including financial support, in-kind support, partnerships and volunteers to sustain programs where appropriate.
- Demonstrate organizational expertise in delivering quality programs and services.
Needs and Impact
- Provide evidence of planning to address community needs.
- Include a statement regarding projected outcomes as result of the grant.
