A Legacy of Generosity and Impact
Anna Sophia Johnson was raised on her family farm in Knox County. Her father, Carl, was a violin maker, and Grace, her mother, was a savvy businesswoman.  Carl taught his daughter to play the violin and instilled a love for music in her from an early age. Anna became an accomplished violinist and performed with […]
Encouraging Creativity Through Anonymous Generosity
At Galesburg Community Foundation, we believe that philanthropy is for everyone. Every donor we work with has their own individual passions but shares a common goal of wanting to support their passions. A benefit of working with the Community Foundation is our ability to maintain anonymity if that is important to the donor. The Joy […]
Establishing a Legacy of Support for Music Education
Daniel D. Fryer served as the Churchill Junior High Band Director for thirty-six years. Over the course of his career, he introduced thousands of young students to the transformative power of music, igniting their love of the arts in their community and shaping leaders through the collaborative spirit unique to instrumental band. When Illinois schools […]
Nonprofit Endowment Fund Holders Gather for Presentation on Growing Funds
Bryan Clontz, of Charitable Solutions, LLC., recently presented a workshop for Galesburg Community Foundation nonprofit endowment partners focused on endowment building with a limited staff and/or limited budget
Combating Hunger Through Transportation Access
The Knox County Housing Authority (KCHA) recently received a Hunger Collaborative grant for the Fare Free Public Transit Initiative. In collaboration with the City of Galesburg Transportation Department, KCHA is now able to offer free transit services for residents of Knox County Housing Authority Public and Affordable Housing Programs
Year-Round Shelter Supports the Unhoused
With funding from the Hunger Collaborative, the Knox County Housing Authority (KCHA) and the Salvation Army have transformed their warming shelter into a year-round, overnight facility. By providing consistent shelter year-round, these organizations aim to enhance the physical well-being of unhoused individuals and assist them in securing permanent housing.
Endowment Makes Big Dreams Possible at Camp Big Sky
For twenty years, Camp Big Sky has been a safe haven and a place of exploration. As the only camp in the area where individuals with disabilities can take part in inclusive, barrier-free outdoor activities at no cost, they entertain both large groups and small families for day trips or overnight stays at their 102-acre […]
Enhancing Classroom Experiences: Community Funds Award Mini Grants to Teachers
Community Funds in Alexis, Knoxville, Monmouth, and Roseville are supporting local teachers by awarding mini grants to enhance the classroom experience. Some of the projects that will be funded include forensic science lab materials at Knoxville High School, an outdoor learning oasis at United Junior High School, and an American Sign Language Curriculum at Monmouth-Roseville High School.
Community Funds Across Knox and Warren Counties Empower Local Initiatives with 15 Grants
Community Funds in Alexis, Knoxville, Monmouth, Roseville, and Williamsfield recently distributed 15 grants to organizations that serve their communities. Roseville Kids Place was one of the recipients.
Connecting the Community: Grant supports multi-purpose Community Room
The Community Room at the new Galesburg Public Library is a wonderful example of what can happen when people come together. Through unwavering community support, we created a welcoming space where residents can gather, learn, and connect with one another.