The Director of Strategic Programs & Community Partnerships is a forward-facing leadership position that drives community engagement, strategic initiatives, and nonprofit development. This role plays a critical part in...
Community Treasures is a thrift shop owned by Galesburg Community Foundation. TThe Assistant Manager supports the Thrift Store Manager in carrying out the day-to-day operations of Community Treasures, a...
Galesburg Community Foundation is thrilled to welcome Amy Thompson to our Board of Directors!
Every year, Galesburg Community Foundation awards grants to regional nonprofits through its annual grant cycle, The Turnout. This year, 42 nonprofit organizations from Knox, Warren, and Henderson counties were...
What began as a shopper and volunteer, has grown into a new opportunity for leadership at Community Treasures, the thrift store owned and operated by Galesburg Community Foundation. Maureen...
This year, more than $35,000, including nearly $10,000 of co-grants, was awarded to local nonprofits. In addition to community grants, Community Funds and other cooperating funds supported local teachers...
The Community Fund grant cycle is open from March 3-21. Nonprofits and other charitable organizations serving the residents of Alexis, Knoxville, Monmouth, Roseville, and Williamsfield are encouraged to...
As of January 1, 2025, Illinois donors can now receive a 25% state income tax credit for gifts made to eligible permanent endowment funds at Qualified Community Foundations. Galesburg...
The holiday season is here, and it's time for year-end giving and granting. Here are a few reminders to keep in mind as you finalize your year-end plans. ...
Galesburg Community Foundation recently received National Standards re-accreditation from the National Council on Foundations. Community Foundation National Standards establish legal, ethical, effective practices for community foundations everywhere. Galesburg Community...
Galesburg Community Foundation is proud to announce its service area will now include all of Henderson County. To celebrate this milestone, the Community Foundation has awarded grants to thirteen...
As the year comes to a close, now is a good time to take a moment to reflect on how you can make a difference in your community. One...
Galesburg Community Foundation is proud to announce the formalization of its farmland retention program, “Land to Legacy,” made possible through a gift from the estate of Anna Sophia Johnson....
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.
Sometimes the perfect job just finds you, and for Karsyn Bennett of Williamsfield, that opportunity came right on time
Every year, Galesburg Community Foundation awards grants to regional nonprofits through its annual grant cycle, The Turnout. This year 41 nonprofit organizations who submitted proposals were fully funded. Grants...
When the Galesburg Community Foundation was approached by the Knox County Fair board to help fund a new temperature-controlled building on the Fair grounds, the team recognized the impact...
The General Assembly has enacted the Illinois Gives Tax Credit (“Illinois Gives”).
Madison Springer, a recent Galesburg High School graduate, dreams of the day she can own her own bakery and serve as a hub for her community. A scholarship administered...
The Turnout is open to 501(c)(3) nonprofit or public charities, including schools and government agencies serving Knox and Warren Counties. The online application opens at noon on Wednesday, May 1,...
Charitable Giving Coordinator
Haley provides support to enhance the function and success of the Charitable Giving and Affiliate Teams. She ensures donors receive a personal approach to philanthropy through outstanding customer service by supporting charitable giving for donors and fund holders across the state.
