Rochelle Area Community Foundation Opens 2026 Community Needs Grant Cycle

ROCHELLE — The Rochelle Area Community Foundation has opened its 2026 Community Needs Grant Cycle, accepting applications from nonprofit agencies, schools, churches, and government or municipal partners serving Rochelle, Kings, Chana, Lindenwood, Esmond, Steward, and Creston. Applications must be submitted through the Foundation’s online portal by 4 p.m. March 1. An optional Zoom session will be offered February 25 to review requirements and provide guidance. Approved grants will be announced at a community celebration April 29 at the Lincoln Arts Center. More information and application access are available at RochelleFoundation.org or by contacting the Foundation at 815-561-3600.