Welcome to the New Role, Austin!

Congratulations to Austin Schroeder, our new Grants & Scholarships Manager! We’re excited to have Austin step into this role and continue supporting students and our community through scholarships.

👉 Learn more about Foundation scholarships >

Career Opportunity

We’re hiring a full-time Grants Manager to join the Community Foundation team.

This rewarding role helps manage grant applications, processes, and distributions, supporting the Foundation’s work to strengthen our community.

👉 Apply or learn more >

YEP Applications Are Open

Know a high school student looking to make a difference? Applications are open for the 2026-27 Youth Engaged in Philanthropy (YEP) program. Students build leadership skills, connect with local nonprofits, and help award grants that make an impact.

Please share this opportunity with a student who would be a great fit!

👉 Explore YEP or apply for membership >

$150,000 Awarded in Build the Future Grants

Two local organizations received a Build the Future Grant to support projects that strengthen health, human services, and community development across DeKalb County.

👉 Learn more about the recipients and projects >

Grant Opportunities 

Fall Grant Opportunities Remain Open

Funding is available for local nonprofit and public sector organizations through two grant programs. Applications for both are due September 1.

• Community Needs Grants - Support the capital needs of local nonprofit and public sector organizations. 
  👉 Learn more or apply for a grant >

• Farny R. Wurlitzer Foundation Fund Grants - Support music education programs offered by nonprofits and public sector organization
  👉 Learn more or apply for a grant >

Nonprofit Day is Coming Up

Join the DeKalb County Nonprofit Partnership (DCNP) on September 23, 2026 for a day of learning, networking, and inspiration. Nonprofit Day features a keynote speaker, breakout sessions, opportunities to connect with peers, and more.

👉 RSVP to attend >

See the Impact of Give DeKalb County 2026

The numbers are in! Explore the 2026 final report to see how this year's record-setting Give DeKalb County benefited nonprofits across our community.

👉 View the full report >