Emerging Philanthropists Fund Update
It's time to renew your Emerging Philanthropists Fund Membership! By renewing or becoming a member, you will have the opportunity to review grant applications, help select the top three to five grant finalists, participate in the grant finalist panel in July, and vote on the recipient of the 2021 Emerging Philanthropists Fund grant! A minimum donation of $100 annually per person or $200 per couple/family is required to be a voting member of the Fund.


You may also renew your membership or join the Fund by mailing a check to the Community Foundation of Central Illinois- 3625 North Sheridan Road, Peoria, IL 61604.

Since its inception in 2012, the Emerging Philanthropists Fund has granted more than $40,000 to local nonprofit organizations, and has built a permanent endowed fund that has surpassed $50,000! We need the generous support of community leaders like yourself to continue our tradition of giving and to expand our positive impact on the community.

Meet one of our Advisory Council members- Jennifer Weaver!
Join us for the 2021 kickoff event!
Help kick off the 2021 grant cycle strong by making this year's Emerging Philanthropist Fund virtual Kickoff event the best yet. Let's continue our initiative of encouraging emerging community leaders to join together and make a lasting impact through community giving. This event is free and open to the public! Registration is required.
3625 North Sheridan Road
Peoria, IL 61604
309-674-8730