10 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
We always are excited about the impact we can continue to make together. Our work as a Community Foundation is thanks to generous people who love their community and want to give back in the best ways possible. This statement is inspiring and motivating. There are so many people who love their community and want the best […]
GALESBURG COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION TO OPEN
GALESBURG, Ill. (January 25, 2022)– Galesburg Community Foundation will begin accepting scholarship applications on Tuesday, February 1, 2022. Scholarships are open to students who reside in Knox and Warren Counties and meet the criteria associated with the offerings. Applications are available and must be submitted online at the Community Foundation’s website, www.YourGCF.org/scholarships. The deadline to […]
2020 VISION- THE FUTURE OF OUR REGION IS BRIGHT.
Welcome to a new decade— 2020 is here and we are excited for what is in store for Knox and Warren Counties. Last year was certainly exciting at your Community Foundation. We celebrated our 15-year anniversary with a birthday tour throughout the region. From Williamsfield to Roseville, Monmouth to Knoxville, and many stops in between, we enjoyed […]
MINUTE OF PHILANTHROPY
Each week we take a minute to highlight what’s happening in the world related to philanthropy. We call it “A Minute of Philanthropy”. Click the below links to learn more or catch us on WGIL or FM 95 each week. Your Year-End Giving Plan
GALESBURG COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES TURNOUT GRANT RECIPIENTS
As part of Community Foundation Month activities, Galesburg Community Foundation is pleased to announce the local nonprofit organizations receiving grant awards through their annual grant cycle, The Turnout. This grant cycle combines dollars from generous community donors who hold charitable funds at the Community Foundation along with dollars from the Community Foundation’s Impact Fund to […]
SHAWN HEDDEN NAMED DIRECTOR OF FINANCE & OPERATIONS
As Director of Finance & Operations, Shawn will oversee the financial and operational functions of the organization. Shawn will manage the organization’s more than $30 million of investments and assets. He will also be responsible for overseeing human resources, operations and information technologies for the Community Foundation. Galesburg Community Foundation President and CEO, Joshua Gibb, […]
WE’RE HIRING!
Galesburg Community Foundation seeks a full-time Director of Finance & Operations responsible for providing leadership in all financial, operational and administrative functions including accounting, financial planning and budgeting, investment and custody services, human resources, information technology, facilities and the general operations of the Foundation. The director acts as an important advisor on all aspects of […]
2019 THE TURNOUT GRANT CYCLE TO OPEN
GALESBURG, Ill. (June 5, 2019) – Galesburg Community Foundation is pleased to announce their mandatory grant training for 501(c)(3) nonprofit or public charities, including churches, schools, and government agencies serving Knox and Warren Counties. Two sessions will be held, with attendance only required for one session. Nonprofits may attend either Tuesday, June 18 at 4:30 […]
ENTREPRENEUR EVENT SCHEDULED
Galesburg Community Foundation, in collaboration with the Knox County Area Partnership for Economic Development (KCAP), is hosting an event, “By Entrepreneurs. For Entrepreneurs.”, on Thursday, May 16 from 5:30- 7:00 pm at Market Alley Wines, located at 59 Public Square in Monmouth. At this event join established and new entrepreneurs for drinks and networking. Meet […]
JENNI ANDERSON ANNOUNCES DEPARTURE
Galesburg Community Foundation Chief Financial Officer, Jennifer (Jenni) Anderson announces her resignation from Galesburg Community Foundation. Jenni will pursue her next professional opportunity as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Midwest Bank working for Chris Gavin’s team. Jenni’s last day with Galesburg Community Foundation is Friday, May 17. During her time at the Community […]