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July 2023

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Fall Grants Now Accepting Applications!

Although everyone wants summer to last forever, fall is right around the corner. Funding opportunities for fall grants include Community Needs, Women’s Fund, and the Local Jobs Fund. Grants will be made to organizations with programs serving individuals within a 50 mile radius surrounding the city of Peoria, IL excluding Knox and McLean Counties.

Community Needs Grants are open to organizations offering programs that align with the Grantmaking Principles and Guidelines CFCI supports, including community development, capacity building, or education. Community Needs Grants are made possible by field of interest and unrestricted funds. Organizations can apply for up to $15,000.

The Women's Fund Success Grants are open to organizations whose programs help empower women and girls. Organizations can apply for up to $5,000.

The Local Jobs Fund grant is open to support projects that have a direct linkage to breaking the cycle of poverty by equipping people with the skills to earn significantly more than minimum wage. Organizations can apply for up to $3,000.

CLICK HERE for applications and grant guidelines.

Attention Fundholders!

Important Update on July Fund Statements

Exciting news from the Community Foundation of Central Illinois! We have implemented a new accounting system, resulting in fresh-looking fund statements. Rest assured, although the format has changed, the information remains the same.

Our upgrade enhances services and simplifies processes, ensuring we better support your philanthropic goals. We value your trust and remain dedicated to providing excellence. Thank you for your ongoing partnership in making a lasting impact on our community.

Emerging Philanthropists Summer Social

*Rescheduled Date*

Join the Emerging Philanthropists Fund for our social on August 2nd at Dozer Park!

We will be in the HOT CORNER CLUB located on the third base line.

Tickets are $15 and include a seat at the game and a Classic Stadium Buffet of hot dogs, cheeseburgers, potato salad, chips, popcorn, soda, and water.

Purchase Tickets Here

JOIN US!

Emerging Philanthropist 2023 Grant Panel

Join us for the Emerging Philanthropists Fund Grant Panel where our top four finalists for the 2023 grant will give a brief presentation on their grant proposal before the voting process begins! This year’s four finalists are: Graceland Center for Purposeful Living, Girl Scouts of Central Illinois, Make Your Marq, and the Peoria Art Guild. Grant presentations will begin at 5:30pm. Attendance is free, appetizers will be provided, and there will be a cash bar available.

RSVP HERE

New Fund Spotlight: FY 2023 in Review

As we have recently concluded fiscal year 2023 (June 30th), we would like to take this opportunity to showcase all the new funds introduced during the past financial year.

New Funds Opened in FY 2023

John and Sharon Amdall Fund

James and Ethel Baldwin Fund

Paul and Kathy Barker Fund

Blackburn Family Charitable Fund

Daryl R. and Laura S. Dagit Charitable Fund

Mary Dill Fund

ABCD Grant Family Scholarship Fund

Greater Peoria Leadership Council Fund

Homer and Barbara Gurtler Fund

Homer and Barbara Gurtler Designated Fund

Margaret B. Jacob Fund

Laura J. Nelson Designated Fund

Providence Foundation

Glenn R. and Marguerite D. Ross Fund

Mark and Janice Schleder Fund

Juliann Hollis Spirios Memorial Scholarship Fund

Eugene and Donna Sweeney Arts and Education Fund

William and Margaret Wendle Fund

Wheels O' Time Museum Fund

ABOUT GREATER PEORIA

Did you know that Greater Peoria ranks among the most affordable metro areas in the U.S.?

Your dollars go further here. That’s just one reason Community Foundation of Central Illinois is proud to be part of this community.

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Choose Greater Peoria

What makes Greater Peoria — well, greater? It's a combination of factors:

• Short commutes and low cost of living that leave you more time to spend with the people you love, doing the things you love

• Cultural amenities (art, theatre, music and more) far beyond what you’d expect for a community this size

• A wealth of family-friendly activities and outdoor attractions

• Amazing healthcare, including two major medical systems, a children’s hospital, a cancer institute and much more

• World-class employers across industries, from healthcare to financial services to manufacturing to innovative startups

• A culture of philanthropy, where giving back is a way of life

• Plus, that kind-hearted, can-do spirit the Midwest is known for!

Whether you’re looking for greater work/life balance or greater opportunities to make a difference in your career or community, you can make it happen in Greater Peoria. It’s just the right size for you to find your place and live, work and play greater.

We're proud of our accreditation with National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations®. This accreditation, signified by this Seal, indicates that the Community Foundation of Central Illinois meets the highest standards for philanthropic excellence. The 26 national standards establish legal, ethical, effective practices for community foundations everywhere and indicates CFCI’s commitment to excellence and accountability. Learn more about the accreditation process at cfstandards.org.

Community Foundation Of Central Illinois

3625 North Sheridan Road

Peoria, IL 61604

309-674-8730

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﻿Fall Grants Now Accepting Applications!