CONNECT WITH CAUSES YOU CARE ABOUT

At Galesburg Community Foundation, we connect donors to community organizations and causes they care about.

Our goal is to make philanthropy as simple as possible. Ready to give now? There are many different ways to give that can best meet your giving interests. You can also consider planned giving, and joining our Bickerdyke Society by including GCF in your will or estate. We offer a number of opportunities for you to leave your legacy and forever create a positive impact in your community.

For more information about ways to give or fund options at GCF contact our office today at 309.344.8898.

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Generosity was instilled in Chris and Lindsay Bayer from a young age– and they are continuing the legacy of giving through their Donor Advised Fund at Galesburg Community Foundation.

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.

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

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The Quiet Givers

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Collaboration Brings More Music to Local School District

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Community Treasures Offers Full Circle Approach to Philanthropy

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Philanthropy & Collaboration Will Move Us Forward

The work of our local nonprofits doesn’t just happen. The work of feeding, sheltering, serving, caring, educating, informing and entertaining is all possible thanks to philanthropy and our generous community members who continue giving—even during difficult times. We are proud to say philanthropy is hard at work in our region.

COLLABORATION HELPS KEEP LOCAL SCHOOL CHILDREN FED

Collaboration is key to ensuring hundreds of meals are being delivered to local school children. And collaboration is exactly what’s in order for Knox College’s Blessings in a Backpack, the United Way of Knox County and the Galesburg Lions Club.

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