Local Community Funds Award 29 grants to charitable organizations
This year, more than $35,000, including nearly $10,000 of co-grants, was awarded to local nonprofits. In addition to community grants, Community Funds and other cooperating funds supported local teachers by offering mini grants to enhance the classroom experience. More than $14,000 was awarded, supporting 31 teachers among the Knoxville, Monmouth-Roseville, United, and Williamsfield School Districts.
Join Our Team: Manager at Community Treasures Thrift Store
Community Treasures is a thrift shop owned by Galesburg Community Foundation. The Thrift Store manager is responsible for all day-to-day operations, including staff and volunteer supervision, customer and donor relations, oversight and cash handling procedures, product management, and policy enforcement. This is a full-time, non-exempt position, with occasional weekends required.
Strengthening Local Initiatives Through Community Fund Granting
The Community Fund grant cycle is open from March 3-21. Nonprofits and other charitable organizations serving the residents of Alexis, Knoxville, Monmouth, Roseville, and Williamsfield are encouraged to apply.
A new state income tax credit program for Illinois Donors: The Illinois Gives Tax Credit
As of January 1, 2025, Illinois donors can now receive a 25% state income tax credit for gifts made to eligible permanent endowment funds at Qualified Community Foundations. Galesburg Community Foundation is proud to be approved by the Illinois Department of Revenue as a Qualified Community Foundation, as required for the Illinois Gives Tax Credit […]
