Every year, Galesburg Community Foundation awards grants to regional nonprofits through its annual grant cycle, The Turnout. This year, 42 nonprofit organizations from Knox, Warren and Henderson counties were fully funded.
Turnout grants utilize resources from the Community Foundation’s unrestricted Impact Fund and Field of Interest Funds along with contributions from generous community donors who hold Donor Advised Funds at the Community Foundation.
“The Turnout is designed to elevate the voices of local nonprofits and provide them with a platform to clearly express their needs,” said Joshua Gibb, President and CEO of Galesburg Community Foundation. “It reflects the power of connecting donors directly with the work happening in our communities and their shared commitment to strengthening the region through meaningful, responsive grantmaking.”
This year, more than $550,000 was awarded to nonprofits, the most ever awarded through the annual grant cycle. This was due in large part to individuals and families with donor-advised funds at the Community Foundation.
“It is an honor to facilitate connections between our donor advisors and causes they care about in our community,” said Sarah Grant, Director of Development. “The Turnout offers a unique opportunity to elevate local nonprofit work while engaging donors in strategic grantmaking that enhances the quality of life across our region.”
To learn more about starting a Donor Advised Field of Interest Fund, reach out to Sarah Grant at sgrant@yourgcf.org or call 309.344.8898.
See Who Received Grants
Turnout grants support programs and projects in four areas: arts, culture, and community enhancement; health and human services; education and workforce development; and nonprofit capacity, sustainability, and reinvention. The following 42 nonprofits will receive full funding for proposals submitted for the 2025 grant cycle:
Grant Recipients
Alternatives for the Older Adult, Alternatives Caregiver Support Program
Bishop Hill Heritage Association, 2026 Bishop Hill Civil War Days
Blessings in a Backpack, Feeding Students: Addressing the Escalating Food Prices
Buchanan Center For the Arts, Constructing a Legacy
Camp Big Sky, Living a Life Like Any Other
CASA of West Central Illinois, CASA of West Central Illinois Program Funding
Choral Dynamics of Galesburg, Inc, Choral Dynamics of Galesburg – Benefit concerts
Crime Stoppers of Warren County Inc, P3tips Technology Upgrade
Discovery Depot., Smart from the Start
Family Outreach Community Center, Essential Staffing for Community Stability and Support
First Assembly of God Church of Abingdon, Equipping the Abingdon Community Center
Galesburg Community Chorus, 2025-2026 Season
Galesburg CUSD #205., Keisha Cares
Galesburg Rescue Mission and Women’s Shelter, Strategic Project Management for Enabled Growth and Increased Impact
Galesburg Youth Athletic Club, Continuing Carlos’ Legacy
Habitat for Humanity of Knox County, IL, Community Engagement & Sustainable Fundraising Initiative
Heart of Illinois Big Brothers Big Sisters, Big Brothers Big Sisters Youth Mentoring Program
Henderson County Fair Association, Family Night
Henderson County Health Department, Technology Update
Henderson County Historical Society Inc., Strategic Planning & 50th Anniversary
Henderson County Public Library District, Supporting Independent Reading with Talking Books
Henderson County Rural Health Center, Eagle View Community Health, Eagle View Essential IT Updates
Historic Ellisville Restoration Organization H.E.R.O., Making Forgotonia Better
Knox County Community Artisans, Knox County Community Artisans Administrative Coordinator
Knox County Housing Authority, REST: Restore, Energize, Strengthen, Transform
Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, Galesburg Children’s Services
National Stearman Fly-In NFP Inc., National Stearman Fly-In Video Security Project
Nova Singers, 2025 – 2026 Season
Prairie Players Civic Theatre, Raise the Risers for Prairie Players Civic Theatre
Prairie State Legal Services, Civil Legal Aid
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Illinois, A Home Away From Home
Roseville Kids Place, Early Childhood 2025 Operations
Special Olympics Illinois, Region F Spring Games
Strom Center, Inc., Henderson County Direct Client Assistance
The Orpheum Theatre, Youth Entertainment Series
Thrive Community Services, Senior Care in Knox County
Triumph Services, Inc., Camp Kidz Day Camp
TROLS Inc., TROLSINC 2025
Turning Point Child Advocacy Center, TPCAC – Counseling Program & Transportation Support
Two Rivers Arts Council, Henderson County MultiGenerational Arts Activities
Warren Achievement Center, Community Integration
Warren County Treasurer, Warren County Sheriff’s Office trail cameras
About Galesburg Community Foundation
Galesburg Community Foundation develops and supports the efforts of local people and organizations to promote healthy communities. The Foundation makes giving easy and believes that generosity can positively change Knox, Warren, and Henderson Counties forever. The Community Foundation partners with individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofits to help them have the greatest impact with their giving.
Learn more at www.YourGCF.org.
