A Legacy Set to Music

Inspired by the joy her parents found in everyday music, Amanda Durik and David Castro have created a new Fund to support the DeKalb Festival Chorus for generations to come. Discover the story behind this meaningful gift and its lasting impact on community music.

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The Power of Small Acts

The new St. Therese Little Flower Fund honors St. Mary School students and faculty who live out kindness, compassion, and service in their daily lives. This meaningful Fund celebrates the small acts of care that can make a big difference in a community.

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$119,900 Invested in Local Impact

From food security and mental health to education, public safety, and the arts, 18 local organizations received Community Needs Grants this spring. These projects will strengthen communities across DeKalb County.

👉 Explore which projects received funding >

Music Education Gets a $126,500 Boost

Congratulations to the 16 organizations that received spring 2026 Farny R. Wurlitzer Foundation Fund Grants. Funding supports access to music education through new instruments, programs, scholarships, and performance opportunities.

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From YEP to Changemaker

After four years in Youth Engaged in Philanthropy, Rayna White has been named the recipient of the 2026 YEP Changemakers Scholarship. Learn how her experience making grant decisions, serving her community, and working alongside peers helped shape her future

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A Year of Generosity and Impact

In 2025, local generosity helped make more than $7.1 million in grants and 14 new Funds possible across DeKalb County. Explore the stories, partnerships, and community impact featured in our 2025 Annual Report.

👉 Discover the stories behind the numbers >

Thank you, Noah!

After 11 years with the Community Foundation, Marketing Director Noah Nordbrock is moving on to a new opportunity in the community. We are grateful for his years of service and wish him the best in his next chapter.

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A Record-Breaking Day of Giving

More than 3,200 donors made nearly 10,000 gifts during Give DeKalb County 2026, helping raise a record-breaking $2.88 million for local nonprofits and community causes. Explore the final results and the impact of one extraordinary day of generosity.

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Special thanks to our Community Partners and Media Sponsors for their amazing support!

Internship Program Spotlight

Meet Lily Seigel, a public health major at Northern Illinois University. Through the Internship Program, she gained hands-on experience supporting 4-C while developing the communication and leadership skills employers value most.

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The Internship Program is a collaboration between the DeKalb County Nonprofit Partnership, the Center for Nonprofit Studies, and Career Services at Northern Illinois University, as well as the Douglas C. and Lynn M. Roberts Family Foundation.

Giving That Grows With You

A Donor Advised Fund can do more than support your favorite causes. It can help simplify charitable giving, involve children and grandchildren in philanthropy, and create a lasting legacy for your family and community.

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