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Point of Pride's HRT Access Fund provides direct financial assistance to transgender individuals who cannot afford gender-affirming hormone replacement therapy. Recipients receive 18 months of HRT-related care including telemedical visits, lab work, medical letters, and prescription cost coverage through partner providers.

A youth philanthropy program supporting youth-led and youth-serving projects in Boone, Ogle, Stephenson, and Winnebago Counties in Northern Illinois. The program distributes up to $40,000 annually to community projects, with applications written by youth for projects benefiting youth. Projects must be completed during the spring semester with a final report due June 1st.

The Community Foundation of Northern Illinois (CFNIL) offers Community Grants to nonprofits, religious organizations, government units, and public universities/colleges providing charitable services to Boone, Ogle, Stephenson, and Winnebago Counties in Northern Illinois. The program funds activities across eight focus areas including Arts & Humanities, Basic Needs, Career Pathways, Complementary Education, Dignity & Respect, Health, Sustainable Communities, and Youth & Families.

Community Memorial Foundation's Responsive Grants Program awards funding to 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving 27 communities in Illinois. Grants are awarded bi-annually in spring and fall cycles, supporting program services and general operating expenses aligned with the Foundation's mission and funding priorities.

Point of Pride's Annual Transgender Surgery Fund provides direct financial assistance to transgender individuals who cannot afford gender-affirming surgery. The program is a scholarship-like grant that covers surgical costs for eligible procedures performed in the United States. Applications open November 1 and close November 30 each year.