A Legacy That Keeps Growing
For many families, farmland is more than property.
It holds seasons of hard work, early mornings, family stories, and a deep connection to the place you call home. Land often becomes part of who we are and a reflection of the values passed from one generation to the next.
A gift of farmland can create something lasting, helping the land that shaped your family continue supporting the community for years to come.
At the Community Foundation of Central Illinois, we help donors transform gifts of farmland into long-term charitable impact while honoring the legacy behind the land.
Rooted Here. Growing Forward.
Central Illinois has always been shaped by agriculture.
Across Peoria, Tazewell, and Woodford counties alone, more than 850,000 acres of farmland reflect generations of stewardship and investment in our region.
For some families, charitable giving through farmland becomes a way to continue caring for the community long after the work in the field is done.
How It Works
A Thoughtful Process, Guided by Your Goals
Giving farmland can be simpler than many people realize. Our role is not to rush decisions. We work alongside you and your trusted advisors to understand what matters most and explore options that align with your goals.
Start with a conversation
Every piece of land has a story.
We begin by listening to understand your values, your connection to the land, and what you hope your legacy will accomplish.
Explore your options
There is no one-size-fits-all approach.
Together, we’ll discuss charitable giving options and consider what feels right for you, your family, and your long-term vision.
Work with Your Advisor
You do not have to navigate this alone.
We collaborate with your attorney, accountant, financial advisor, or other trusted professionals to help ensure your charitable plans support your broader goals.
Create Lasting Impact
Your land’s story doesn’t end.
Your gift can become an enduring source of support for the people, places, and causes you care about across central Illinois.
Why Families Consider Gifts of Farmland
Continue a Legacy
Create a future for your land that reflects the values that shaped it.
Strengthen Central Illinois
Support causes and communities close to home.
Keep Good Land Working
Create lasting charitable resources while helping preserve one of our region’s greatest assets.
Give with Intention
Explore charitable and tax planning opportunities as part of your broader goals.
FAQ’s
Rooted in your values, Growing for good.
A gift of farmland is more than a financial decision.
It is a way to turn years of stewardship into lasting support for central Illinois
We are happy to talk about whether a gift of farmland may be right for your charitable goals.