GALESBURG COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

BUILDING STRONG AND HEALTHY COMMUNITIES
THROUGH GIVING

Since 2008, GCF has distributed more than $9 million in grants to our communities.

Our blueprint for healthy communities

Identify

and address community needs

Connect

to causes you care about

Provide

tools and training to nonprofits

Distribute

grants to local nonprofits

Encourage

education and volunteerism

Simplify

your philanthropy

MAKE A GIFT

Connect to the organizations and causes you support. Create a long lasting impact.

MAKE A GIFT

APPLY FOR A GRANT

Learn about grant opportunities that can benefit your nonprofit.

APPLY

Community Funds

Developed by local residents to positively impact their community.

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Scholarships

The online application opens Friday, February 1, 2020.

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COMMUNITY TREASURES

Not your typical thrift store.
Donate. Shop. Volunteer.

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THE NONPROFIT NETWORK

Grow your nonprofit with resources, training and opportunities.

LEARN MORE

GCF is a positive influence in the growth of local philanthropy.

– CARL NIXON

FEATURED STORIES & NEWS

News

June 11, 2021

A Bright Future for the Region

Community members Carol Shaw and Dr. Adam Welty join the board.

Story

June 11, 2021

Commitment and Collaboration

With every interaction, we are reminded of the importance of working together to serve our region in the best, most philanthropic ways.

News

April 13, 2021

PARTNERSHIP WILL ESTABLISH REGIONAL FOOD BANK BRANCH

New Regional Food Bank Branch will provide greater access for more than 50 local food pantries, including FISH of Galesburg.

Story

March 22, 2021

What is Mission Impact Investing?

Mission Impact investments are investments made with the intention to generate positive, measurable social and environmental impact alongside a financial return.

Story

March 9, 2021

Roseville Community Fund Allows Community Members to Dream Big

The desire to see Roseville flourish for generations inspired Carol Shaw to attend an informational meeting hosted by the Community Foundation on the new Warren County Community Funds Initiative.

Story

February 3, 2021

Peg Bivens’ Love for Knoxville Will Live On Forever

“Nothing in any community is stand-alone and in a small community it is especially important for people to work collaboratively…”

News

January 19, 2021

Altona Historical Society Works Toward Community Renovation Project

Residents of Altona, both current and former, have an ambitious goal to raise $250,000 to renovate the second floor of their town’s library to create a space for local artifact preservation and community use.