From March 3-21, nonprofit organizations in Alexis, Knoxville, Monmouth, Roseville, and Williamsfield are encouraged to apply for community grants at yourgcf.org/communitygrants.
These grants are possible because of the Community Funds in each town. Initiated by Galesburg Community Foundation and developed by local residents, Community Funds are built through gifts from individuals who love their communities. They are guided by local advisory boards empowered to award grants that positively impact their communities and residents.
Jillian Isaacson, Director of Grants & Programs at Galesburg Community Foundation, and Mandy Balser, Advisory Board Member of Knoxville Community Fund, joined Galesburg's Morning News to talk about the program.
All 501(c)(3) nonprofit or public charities, including churches, schools, and government agencies, are eligible to apply. Grant recipients will be notified by May 1.
Examples of projects funded through Community Funds include museum repairs in Alexis, diaper & period product distribution in Knoxville and Monmouth, accessible bathrooms for the community center in Roseville, and an air conditioner for the food pantry in Williamsfield.
In addition to community grants, Community Funds, and other cooperating funds are supporting local teachers by offering mini grants to enhance the classroom experience. From March 3-21, teachers in the Knoxville, Monmouth-Roseville, United, and Williamsfield School Districts are encouraged to apply for mini grants at yourgcf.org/teachergrants.
Educators in the region have used Teacher Mini grants to purchase books, flexible seating, musical instruments, science equipment, and other resources.
For more information about Community Fund grants for nonprofits or teachers, contact Jillian Isaacson at info@yourgcf.org or 309-344-8898.