Coles County Peace and Justice Fund

The Coles County Peace and Justice Fund awards grants to organizations in Coles County for programs and activities that encourage mutual trust and promote cross-cultural understanding on matters of social justice, human rights, religious tolerance, and environmental protection. Donor Name: Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation State: Illinois County: Coles County (IL) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 10/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Projects and programs may include but aren’t limited to: speakers and expenses related to hosted public programs; organizational diversity training; cross-cultural, organizational collaboration; and the purchase of materials (e.g., books and videos), which promote diversity and encourage greater public understanding.  Successful grantees will have the following characteristics: Work to understand and address the root causes of the issues, not just the symptoms. See itself as part of a more significant movement for social change and work towards strengthening that movement. Preference will be given to projects that engage Coles County youth. Eligible projects must provide a direct benefit to Coles County residents and address significant, unmet needs. Funding Information Grants will range in size from $1,000 to $7,000- only one application per grant cycle.  Eligibility Criteria Nonprofit Organizations are eligible to apply for grants. For more information, visit SICF.