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Florence and George Huff on their wedding day, June 6, 1923.
News
February 27, 2023

Endowed fund honors values of three generations

How do you honor loved ones who have given selflessly for the good of others? Create a way to continue their generosity forever.

Hugh Hawkins
News
February 23, 2023

Alumnus Creates Connections to Improve Education

Galesburg High School alumni from the class of 1967 gathered back on campus and heard from several of Galesburg’s current leaders in education — a vision of their late classmate, Dr. Harold “Hugh” Hawkins.

DJ Cain
News
January 23, 2023

Scholarship Expands Opportunities for Ag Entrepreneur

Scholarship applications are due by March 1 at 4 pm

From left, Lance Humphreys, Charlie Knapp, and Jim Wenstrom
News
January 23, 2023

Trio establishes a legacy for their hometown: The Knoxville Community Fund

Three founders of the Knoxville Community Fund reflect on the support of their community

News
January 4, 2023

Community Foundation Seeks Director of Grants & Programs

The Director of Grants and Programs is primarily responsible for Foundation activities in the areas of community initiatives, non-profit partner capacity, scholarships, and grant making.

In Knoxville, junior high students are using minicomputers to solve real-world problems in Katie Frey’s STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) class
News
December 22, 2022

Knoxville and Alexis Mini Grants Expand Opportunities in the Classroom

Community Funds award grants that positively impact their communities and residents

Volunteers fit shoes on the feet of Galesburg school children
News
December 22, 2022

Endowment allows Jack Larson’s vision to live on

Every year, hundreds of Galesburg school children receive a pair of free, brand-new shoes and socks thanks to the generosity of Jack Larson.

Williamsfield water tower
News
December 20, 2022

Williamsfield Community Fund awards first grants

The Williamsfield Community Fund has made its first grants back into the community.

The square in Monmouth
News
December 12, 2022

Monmouth Community Fund nears goal

“Whether you can give $5 or $5,000, you’re part of this. It’s not just another fundraiser—this is about our legacy.”

From left: Mable Woolsey Elementary School Principal Jodi Keever, Knoxville Community Fund Advisory Board Chair Chris Hroziencik, and Mable Woolsey Elementary School Special Education Teacher Sarah Hilman.
News
December 12, 2022

Knoxville Community Fund grant provides food to area children

Fund awards $2,500 for program to combat hunger.

Wrapped gifts
News
December 9, 2022

4 reminders for end-of-year gifts

Here’s to ending the year on a generous note.

The new site of the FISH of Galesburg food pantry at the corner of Henderson and Main Streents.
News
November 21, 2022

A new home: FISH of Galesburg gets a facility upgrade

FISH of Galesburg has moved to its new home on Main Street.

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