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July 20, 2021

SERVING THEIR COMMUNITY IS A WAY OF LIFE FOR BAYERS

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.

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June 30, 2021

TURNOUT GRANT RECIPIENTS ANNOUNCED

Thanks to generous Community Foundation fundholders and community members supporting the Community Foundation’s Impact Fund, through The Turnout, 37 nonprofits will receive full funding for proposals submitted during this grant cycle.

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June 11, 2021

A Bright Future for the Region

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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…”

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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.

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January 19, 2021