Take advantage of the Illinois Gives Tax Credit in 2026
In 2025, the State of Illinois introduced a powerful incentive to encourage charitable giving permanent endowment funds that benefit Illinois nonprofits and causes—and interest in the program continues to grow. The Illinois Gives Tax Credit allows donors to invest in the long-term well-being of their communities while also receiving a substantial tax benefit. With increased awareness and participation, credits are expected to be […]
Important Reminders for Year-End Giving
As the year comes to a close, now is a good time to take a moment to reflect on how you can make a difference in your community. Here are six important reminders for end-of-year giving: Looking for help choosing the best way to share your generosity this year? You can view our options for […]
Galesburg Public Library Foundation Announces Endowment Partnership with Galesburg Community Foundation
Galesburg Public Library Foundation is proud to share that the Library Foundation Board of Directors has made a significant decision to establish endowment funds at Galesburg Community Foundation, for designated purposes of the Library and the Library Foundation.
Illinois Gives Q&A with Dustin Courson, CPA
Beginning in 2025, the Illinois Gives Tax Credit Act is designed to encourage charitable giving by offering eligible donors a state income tax credit. To provide clarity on how the program works and its benefits, we spoke with Dustin Courson, CPA, at Courson & Associates, LLC., about what donors should know when considering participation. Q. […]
Galesburg Community Arts Center Endowment Match
Galesburg Community Foundation is offering a 2 for 1 matching grant to build the Arts Center’s endowment. For every $2 donated, Galesburg Community Foundation will donate $1, giving the organization an opportunity to raise a total of $300,000 toward its $1.5 million endowment goal.
Join Our Team: Director of Strategic Programs & Community Partnerships
The Director of Strategic Programs & Community Partnerships is a forward-facing leadership position that drives community engagement, strategic initiatives, and nonprofit development. This role plays a critical part in advancing the Community Foundation’s mission and organizational growth through relationship-building, strategic program design, grantmaking, and collaboration with the Development Office.
Join Our Team: Assistant Manager at Community Treasures Thrift Store
Community Treasures is a thrift shop owned by Galesburg Community Foundation. TThe Assistant Manager supports the Thrift Store Manager in carrying out the day-to-day operations of Community Treasures, a non-profit thrift shop that reflects the Galesburg Community Foundation’s “full circle of philanthropy.” Donors contribute gently used items, volunteers transform those gifts into a fair and welcoming retail experience, and proceeds return to the community through the Foundation’s grantmaking. This is a full-time, non-exempt position, with occasional weekends required.
Meet Amy Thompson: Galesburg Community Foundation’s Newest Board Member
Galesburg Community Foundation is thrilled to welcome Amy Thompson to our Board of Directors!
The Turnout Awards Grants to 42 Nonprofits
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, totaling more than $550,000.
Meet the New Manager of Community Treasures Thrift Store
What began as a shopper and volunteer, has grown into a new opportunity for leadership at Community Treasures, the thrift store owned and operated by Galesburg Community Foundation. Maureen Fesler, a longtime supporter and volunteer at the shop, has been named its new manager. Fesler, a Galesburg native, grew up watching her mother run […]