A HEART FOR SERVICE
Known as Mrs. Hart by many, Renee Hart has a big heart for children and her forever hometown of Williamsfield. This big heart prompted her to apply for a grant from the Rapid Response Fund at Galesburg Community Foundation to help increase the number of people receiving emergency food in her hometown through their Blessings […]
#SOMUCHGOODHAPPENING- NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK
In the midst of everything currently happening in our world, it is important to take a step back, reflect, and think about all we are grateful for and all the important people in our lives. Volunteers are one of the groups of people that we are especially grateful for. At Galesburg Community Foundation we have […]
COMBATTING THE TRANSFER OF WEALTH
When it comes to strengthening our local communities philanthropy is a critical tool to employ. Here’s how our team is working to keep wealth local as a means to ensure our communities are healthy for generations to come. Why does talking about and thinking about philanthropy matter? What does it mean to “combat the Transfer […]
GRANTS WITH IMPACT: LOVING BOTTOMS DIAPER BANK CHANGES LIVES ONE DIAPER AT A TIME
Loving Bottoms Diaper Bank, under the direction of LeeAnn Porter, is on a mission to ensure no baby is without clean diapers. The diaper bank, which started in 2015 out of LeeAnn’s home is today known as a “gateway” offering that allows families to be introduced to other local social service agencies and resources. With […]
GRANTS WITH IMPACT: GALESBURG ON TRACK ANNOUNCES STORYWALK GRANT
The Stewardship Team of Galesburg on Track (GOT) awarded its first Community Heart & Soul grant to build a Storywalk in Standish Park Arboretum. The $5,000 grant, administered by Galesburg Community Foundation, will support a joint request from the Galesburg Public Library and City of Galesburg Parks and Recreation. Storywalk is a fun, educational activity […]
MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT ON YOUR COMMUNITY
Thank you for being part of our work at Galesburg Community Foundation. This giving season we are glad to work with you to help you achieve your philanthropic goals. If you are considering making a gift to benefit your community, below are a few dates you will want to be aware of. As always, we […]
PARTNERS IN PHILANTHROPY FROM THE VERY BEGINNING
David Erickson thinks there is something inherently valuable about community foundations—and it has nothing to do with money. “The work of Galesburg Community Foundation is not just about money. It is about helping local nonprofits become better organized and more efficient in how they operate,” said David, who serves as vice chairperson of the Board […]
JACK LARSON GOT IT RIGHT
Every year, thanks to the generosity of late Galesburg resident Jack Larson, hundreds of Galesburg school children have access to musical instruments or receive a pair of free, brand new shoes and socks. Jack was widely known in west-central Illinois as the radio host of “Music with Memories,” which aired on local radio stations. Before […]
SERVING WARREN COUNTY, FOREVER
And working together with other nonprofits, community leaders and volunteers is something that the Warren County United Way has been doing since its founding. Thanks to the generosity of renowned local artist Len G. Everett, the organization has been able to put 100 percent of the contributions it receives back into Warren County communities. “When […]
PHILANTHROPY BUILDS NEW CHEMISTRY LAB AT ROWVA
Through a partnership with Galesburg Community Foundation, the ROWVA Public Schools Foundation and the ROWVA School District, teamed up to fundraise for and build a new Chemistry Lab at ROWVA High School. Learn more about how you can give to your community by emailing Josh Gibb, president & CEO, at jgibb@yourgcf.org. President & CEO of […]