The Community Foundation of Will County aims to enhance the quality of life in Will County through grant making. Its mission focuses on advancing a culture of philanthropy, raising funds to sustain its grant-making mission without competing with beneficiaries, and fostering service, professional development, and partnerships aligned with its mission.
The grant program by The Community Foundation of Will County is designed to support not-for-profits working in healthcare, human services, education, and cultural arts for the broader good of Will County. The grants aim to address significant community issues through strategic collaborative partnerships, tackle critical needs impacting wide community segments, and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of nonprofit organizations. The foundation emphasizes communicating its philanthropic mission, strategically targeting fundraising for the nonprofit sector's sustainability, and serving the community to fulfill these objectives. General funding for daily operations is not provided, but necessary administrative costs for launching or conducting projects may be supported.