It takes initiative to lead a community where it wants to go. Step one is settling on the goal — and that takes a lot of what we offer: listening, synthesizing and consensus-building. We’re engaging our community, making grants, training leaders, connecting people and organizations, while we tackle challenges and explore opportunities.
we’re here for good
leading Evanston where it wants to go, building endowments for the future, providing resources for the present.
we’re here because
our founders and donors, our partners and volunteers are committed to a better future for Evanston.
we’re making a difference
responding to meet emerging needs and tackling longstanding problems, adding value.
News & Events
Small-to-midsize organizations are invited to apply for capacity-building root2fruit grants. Apply by October 15, 11:59 pm.
Buy early bird tickets to join us at Celebrate!Evanston on Thurs Oct 24! Six sponsorship options provide exposure opportunities for our gala.
The next Rolling Grants review is DECEMBER 2. These grants under $5,000 are awarded throughout the year.
ECF announces Vice President of Programs Marybeth Schroeder retirement and other staff transitions.
ECF is hiring! We're searching for a dynamic new Program Officer to join our dedicated team.
Evanston in a day! Register to attend Snapshot Evanston. Meet at the Rotary Building, 1560 Sherman Avenue, 8am on Wed Oct. 30.
Sobre la Fundación. ¡Se habla español! La oficina de Evanston Community Foundation (ECF) es bilingüe. Para servir a nuestra communidad de una manera mas efectiva, favor de contactarnos al 847-492-0990 o mándarnos un correo electrónico.
We focus on equity
We listen first
Sustainability is critical
Our leadership is in service to community