SUMMER MINI GRANTS (CLOSED)
Connect Chicago Youth to a Summer of Possibilities

The Department of Family and Support Services' Summer Mini Grants program offers non-profit agencies a chance to apply for up to $2,000 in funding to support programs for Chicago-area youth (ages 10-18) to explore vocational, recreational and educational opportunities. Many Mini Grants also address community needs by supporting programs that engage youth in community improvement or exploration.

Award amounts range from $250 to a maximum of $2,000.

The Summer Mini Grants Program is open to non-profit organizations located in the city of chicago. Click the Mini Grant Applications link on the left navigation pane to apply. If you have any questions, call the Mini Grant Hotline at (312) 743-6313.

There will be two technical assistance sessions for the Mini Grant Program on the dates/times below. All are welcome to attend:

Date

Time

Location

March 1, 2011

5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Department of Family and Support Services
2nd Floor Room 249A
1615 W. Chicago
Chicago, Illinois 60622

March 3, 2011

10:00 am to 12:00 Noon

Martin Luther King Center
1st Floor Auditorium
4313 S. Cottage Grove
Chicago, Illinois 60653

Applications are due by March 17 2011 at 4:00 PM (CLOSED)