The Mount Carroll Community Foundation Grant is a funding opportunity designed to support nonprofit organizations that contribute to the quality of life in Mount Carroll, Illinois. The grant program is administered through the Quad Cities Community Foundation, which manages the application process via an online grants system. The foundation distributes funds annually from its endowment earnings to support charitable initiatives across various fields, including health and human services, education, the arts, the environment, youth services, and social services.

The purpose of the grant is to enhance community life by funding nonprofit projects and programs that serve Mount Carroll. Organizations applying for this grant must comply with the Quad Cities Community Foundation’s Diversity and Non-Discrimination Policy. The funding is intended to support a broad range of charitable activities but does not cover annual fundraising efforts, endowment funds, deficit financing, grants to individuals, or sectarian purposes.

Each award has a maximum amount of $1,000. The application cycle for the Spring 2025 grant opens on January 5, 2025, and closes on March 1, 2025. Successful applicants will be notified of their award status by March 28, 2025. The grant application and reporting process is managed entirely online, and organizations must maintain an account within the foundation’s grants system to apply and submit required final reports.

To apply, applicants must create an account within the Quad Cities Community Foundation’s online grants system, select the "Mount Carroll Community Foundation Grants" opportunity, and complete the application. Organizations are advised to review the "What We Look For" page for guidelines and resources to prepare their application effectively. All grant recipients must submit a final report before becoming eligible for future funding.

The Mount Carroll Community Foundation prioritizes projects that align with its mission of strengthening the local community through philanthropy. Organizations are encouraged to reach out to Kaleigh Trammell for assistance in determining whether their project aligns with the foundation’s funding priorities. Questions can be directed via email or phone at (563) 326-2840.