Palatine Township Opens 2026 Human Needs Funding Program

Palatine Township is pleased to announce the opening of the 2026 Human Needs Funding Program application period. Each year, the Palatine Township Board allocates Human Needs Funding to support programs that strengthen the community and improve the lives of Township residents.

These funds invest in programs that address critical community needs by supporting accredited agencies that provide life-saving, life-sustaining, and life-enriching services. Funding is awarded to programs that demonstrate measurable outcomes and improve the quality of life for Township residents.

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Agencies seeking funding must demonstrate the impact of their programs, provide measurable results, and document the number of Palatine Township residents served.

Applications will be available beginning Thursday, August 6, 2026, at PalatineTownship-il.gov. Completed applications must be received no later than the close of business on Friday, September 4, 2026.

For questions and to send the completed application form, email HNF@PalatineTownship-il.gov or mail to: Palatine Township Attn: Human Needs Funding, 721 S. Quentin Road, Palatine, IL, 60067.

As always, we remind you that those needing assistance can contact the Township at 847-358-6700 or email Reach@palatinetownship-il.gov.

Palatine Township is your primary source of humanitarian aid in our community. The Township provides numerous services and events for its 115,000 residents and supports 35 social service agencies located within its boundaries. The Township is one of the most heavily populated in Illinois, with a mission to enhance and improve the quality of life for all residents.

Under the leadership of Supervisor Andy-John G. Kalkounos, Palatine Township serves: Palatine, Rolling Meadows, Inverness, Arlington Heights, Hoffman Estates, Barrington, South Barrington and Schaumburg.