A Warm Hello to Scott Gulke

Please join us in welcoming Scott Gulke, our new Finance Director. Scott brings a strong background in finance and will lead financial reporting, Fund management, and grant tracking.

We’re also thankful to Kay Riley for her support during the transition and her years of dedicated service.

👉 Learn more about Scott >

New Fund Benefits Hinckley Community

We are honored to announce the creation of the Hinckley Community Endowment Fund, established in memory of Michael Constant (1946-2025) to benefit organizations serving the Hinckley community. As an endowed Fund, it offers permanent, sustainable funding to strengthen the community Mike loved so much.

👉 Join us in honoring his legacy, read more >

Spinoso Scholarship Awards

Congratulations to the 2025 Spinoso Masters Scholarship recipients! A total of $30,000 was awarded to support graduate-level education for students from DeKalb County.

A heartfelt thank-you to John and Vivian Spinoso for their generosity and commitment to supporting local scholars.

👉 Discover recipient names and details >

Juday Fund: 27 Years of Local Giving

In 2024, the E.T. and Jean B. Juday Fund celebrated 27 years of supporting DeKalb County through the Community Foundation. Since its creation, the Fund has awarded $115,483 to 34 local organizations.

💝 Explore the 27-year impact >

Know a Student for YEP?

Youth Engaged in Philanthropy (YEP) is accepting applications for 2025–26. Open to all high school students in DeKalb County, YEP empowers teens to learn about philanthropy, serve their community, and make real grantmaking decisions.

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

👉 Membership info and application >

Now Launching: Impact Investing

The Community Foundation is excited to launch a new Impact Investing program. This initiative offers low-interest loans and other flexible funding to support local nonprofits and businesses. Funds are repaid and reinvested, creating lasting impact across DeKalb County.

Donors can also contribute to the Invest DeKalb County Fund to amplify their giving.

👉 Review next steps and criteria >

Grant Opportunities 

Fall 2025 Grants

Local nonprofits and public sector organizations are invited to apply for the following grants:

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

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

• Promise Grants (applications open August 15) - Support charitable organizations that serve underserved and often overlooked populations in DeKalb County. 👉 Learn more or apply >

Registration Open for 2025 Nonprofit Day

Mark your calendar! Nonprofit Day returns on September 24, hosted by DCNP. This one-day conference features a keynote speaker, breakout sessions, a networking reception, and more.

👉 Register or learn more >

Three Ways the New Law Affects Donors

The recently signed One Big Beautiful Bill Act brings key changes to charitable giving, including limits on itemized deductions, a new deduction for non-itemizers, and a permanent estate tax exemption. These updates may influence how and when donors give.

👉 Explore three important insights >