The United Way of Northwest Illinois is now accepting applications for its next round of grants.
Applications for the 2026–27 funding cycle opened Feb. 10, according to a community announcement. The full request for proposals and application can be found at uwni.org. Funding is set to begin in July.
United Way of Northwest Illinois is focusing on four areas: healthy community, youth opportunity, financial security and community resiliency. The organization has established two grant pathways: Community Catalyst and Basic Needs…