Community Updates
Read blog posts about our partners, what's happening in the Fox Valley, and everything else at the intersections of community, economic growth, and education.
His Legacy Lives On
Honoring 20 Years of John C. Dunham’s Vision 2026 marks the 20th anniversary of our founder John C. Dunham’s passing, whose vision and generosity continue to shape the greater Aurora
Applications and Grant Process Improvements
Refined Process with Expedited Timeline for Education Grants As potential grantees and Dunham Foundation staff become more comfortable with the new grantmaking software, the board and team took the opportunity
Building Momentum: Fall Updates from the Dunham Foundation
We’re reflecting on the meaningful progress happening across our community. From students reaching new academic heights to nonprofit leaders strengthening their skills, the work we’re doing together is creating lasting
Leading the Way: The Nonprofit Leadership Certificate Program
The Dunham Foundation is proud to partner with Aurora University to bring a transformative opportunity to our local nonprofit leaders this summer. The Leading The Way: Nonprofit Leadership Certificate Program takes place
New Grant Submission Portal
After extensive research, we’re upgrading our grantmaking software to a grant management system called GivingData. By adopting this new system, we reinforce our pledge to continuously improve how we identify, evaluate,
First Look: Aurora’s $2M Education Programs in Action
Four local organizations are transforming education in the Aurora area through $2 million in Dunham Foundation grants through the Ready for the Future Initiative. Launched in September 2024, the initiative