Fundraising Gala
A formal event to raise funds for the foundation's initiatives, often featuring dinner, entertainment, and silent or live auctions.
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Welcome to the Community Foundation
At the Community Foundation of Central Illinois, we’re dedicated to building a stronger, more vibrant region—together. We connect people who care with causes that matter by:
Personalized Giving
Offering personalized charitable giving services to help donors make a lasting impact.
Grant Opportunities
Providing grant opportunities that strengthen local nonprofits.
Student Scholarships
Awarding scholarships to support the dreams of aspiring students.
Community Collaboration
Partnering in collaborations that address pressing community challenges.
Whether you’re a donor, nonprofit, or community advocate, you play a role in shaping a brighter future. Join us as we work for the good of our community—today and for generations to come.
Empowering change at home.
How CFCI Simplifies Giving and Impactful Philanthropy
The Community Foundation of Central Illinois delivers a wide range of services helping our donors, nonprofit partners and other stakeholders to change the world starting from home. When you create a fund with CFCI, you not only receive the expertise of our staff, but you avoid the paperwork, time, and expense of running a private foundation. We take care of all investing, government reporting, grant investigations, paperwork, auditing, and accounting for you.
Leaving a Legacy
A gift in your will can make a difference to the important work that CFCI does in our community. We are committed to delivering a wide range of services to help our donors. Community Foundation of Central Illinois is an organization dedicated to connecting people who care with causes that matter.
By creating a fund with CFCI you receive the expertise of our staff and avoid the paperwork, time, and expense of running a private foundation. We take care of all investing, government reporting, grant investigations, paperwork, auditing, and accounting.
Grantmaking Principles
The Community Foundation of Central Illinois (CFCI) invests in the community by supporting programs that address community needs and have lasting value. Therefore, CFCI’s grantmaking is:
- Focused by addressing established CFCI and donor designated priorities
- Strategic by supporting programs with well-defined objectives and measurable outcomes that improve the quality or scope of charitable work in the community
- Collaborative by leveraging resources and cultivating partnerships
Empowering Local Causes
We support positive initiatives and innovative approaches to addressing the region’s changing needs. If you’re looking to receive a grant for a charitable cause, the Community Foundation of Central Illinois offers funds to support initiatives that make a positive impact.
We are committed to helping local organizations and projects that align with our donors’ mission, and we encourage applications from those addressing community needs. Our grants are designed to support causes that improve the quality of life in the region, and we are here to help connect you with the resources you need.
We proudly serve your area.
We proudly serve a 50-mile radius surrounding the city of Peoria. Dive deeper into our full range of counties served, including those that benefit from our grants and programs, extending our impact to local communities and fostering meaningful change throughout the region.
Meet Your Partners in Philanthropy
We are honored to be your partners in philanthropy. Together, our team brings a wide range of skills and experiences, allowing us to collaborate creatively and effectively. With deep knowledge of our community’s needs, we focus every day on identifying challenges, mobilizing resources, and creating solutions that make a lasting difference. We look forward to working alongside you to build a stronger, brighter future for the communities we serve.
News & Events
Grantmaking Receptions
A gathering to announce and celebrate the recipients of the foundation’s grants, fostering community collaboration and recognition.
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Volunteer Appreciation
A special event to recognize and celebrate the hard work and contributions of volunteers who support the foundation's mission.
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