Find a Fund That Makes a Difference

Support the causes you care about while receiving a 25% Illinois state income tax credit.

Explore the eligible endowed funds at the Community Foundation of Central Illinois (CFCI) and find one that aligns with your charitable interests. Whether you want to support a specific nonprofit organization or contribute to a broader cause, there are a variety of ways to make a lasting impact in central Illinois while taking advantage of the Illinois Gives Tax Credit.

Designated Endowment Funds

Support an organization you care about through one of our existing designated endowment funds.

  • CASA of the Tenth Judicial Circuit Fund
  • Heart of Illinois Harvest Fund
  • Patti and Stephen Bash Hult Center Designated Fund
  • Peoria Area World Affairs Council Fund
  • Peoria Historical Society Designated Fund
  • Peoria Riverfront Museum Fund
  • Peoria Women’s Club Fund
  • Peoria Zoo Fund
  • Wheels O’ Time Museum Fund
  • Wildlife Prairie Park Fund

Field of Interest Funds

Support a cause that matters to you through one of our field of interest funds. These funds support CFCI’s competitive grantmaking throughout central Illinois.

  • Animal Welfare Fund
  • Arts and Culture Fund
  • Basic Human Needs Fund
  • Children and Youth Fund
  • Health and Wellness Fund
  • Community Impact Fund
  • Women’s Fund

Don’t see an organization you’re passionate about?

You can establish a designated endowment fund for another organization with a minimum contribution of $10,000.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Whether you’ve found a fund that aligns with your interests or have questions about your options, we’re here to help. Contact CFCI to learn more about making an eligible gift through Illinois Gives.

Contact CFCI