How One New Nonprofit is Meeting an Overlooked Need
Deanna Trout wasn’t sure if starting a nonprofit during the pandemic was a good idea. But the need she’d first observed in her community before COVID-19 hit was only getting worse with the economic pressures being felt across the country. “I decided I wanted to help our community,” said Trout. “I thought I’d do my […]
The Joy of Giving Back
With so much changing in our world today, it’s more important than ever to work together—and locally—to truly make a difference. That’s the mindset guiding Lisa and Chris Gavin and their new donor-advised fund at the Galesburg Community Foundation. With a keen understanding of the important role they can play in supporting the community they’ve […]
Serving Their Community is a Way of Life for Bayers
As the dust settles from the events of the past year and a half, many have recognized this period as an opportunity to recenter and refocus toward acts of generosity. Any act of volunteerism or generosity to local causes can strengthen both the structure of a community and the bonds that unite us. For Chris […]
COMMITMENT AND COLLABORATION
There’s no doubt this past year was challenging, but in spite of hardship, people from every corner of our region showed the true spirit of who we are, and generously gave to support our local communities. Local philanthropy continues to be hard at work making a difference for the people who call Knox and Warren […]
ROSEVILLE COMMUNITY FUND ALLOWS COMMUNITY MEMBERS TO DREAM BIG
Like many small towns across the Illinois prairies, Roseville has seen its fair share of changes through the years. Along with the change that inevitably comes in time, so too have opportunities for growth and preservation blossomed in the town. Thanks to a collaboration with Twomey Foundation, United Way of Warren County and Galesburg Community […]
Peg Bivens’ Love for Knoxville Will Live on Forever
If you had the pleasure of working with Peg Bivens from Knoxville, it didn’t take long to figure out that she loved her community. Peg was a busy lady, often referencing her “list” of things to take care of, but she was never too busy for a conversation or to share her latest creative idea. […]
ALTONA HISTORICAL SOCIETY WORKS TOWARD COMMUNITY RENOVATION PROJECT
Knox and Warren Counties are filled with rural communities that are home to generous people with big ideas and can-do spirits. The community of Altona, located in northern Knox County, is certainly no exception. Two of those community members with can- do spirits are Margaret Swanson and Gretchen Main. They both serve on Altona’s library […]
GUIDING PHILANTHROPIC DECISION MAKING
Partnerships with professional advisors are central to the work of Galesburg Community Foundation. Professional advisors not only help community members make strong financial decisions but also guide their philanthropic decisions. Recently, Director of Communications Karlie Elliott Bowman sat down with three local advisors to gain insight into their work and how they see philanthropy play […]
THE QUIET GIVERS
It was at their family farm on the outskirts of Wataga that Mike Robson and his brothers learned a deep and enduring lesson from their parents: give, and teach others to do the same. “They were very, very quiet givers,” recalls Mike. “They didn’t want to bring attention to themselves, but they did show others—through […]
COLLABORATION BRINGS MORE MUSIC TO LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Galesburg School District 205 has a goal of providing all students with a well-rounded education, no matter what barriers may exist. Russell (Russ) Robb, Fine Arts Coordinator at Galesburg District #205, is a firm believer that a well-rounded education includes music education as well. Russ is always looking for ways to introduce more students to […]
