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Donors

The mission of the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley is to provide effective and rewarding ways for donors to fulfill their philanthropic objectives.
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Grants

The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley provides grants in the following designated charitable categories: education, social services, health care, and arts and humanities.
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Scholarships

Since 1948, the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley has awarded more than $27 million in scholarships.
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News & Updates

2024 Youth Engagement in Philanthropy Grantees

Big Hearts of Fox Valley To provide winter coats for children. CASA Kane County To provide essential items for children in foster care. Corbella To provide essential items for new babies. Hesed House To provide supplies for children moving from the shelter. Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry To provide food for students while they are out… Read more…

2024 Scholarship Program Award Recipients

The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley is pleased to announce the award recipients of the 2024 Community Foundation Scholarship Program. Scholarships totaling over $3 million for use during the next four years were recently awarded to 509 area students. The Community Foundation Scholarship Program consists of over 200 separate scholarship funds created by… Read more…

Tributes & Memorials

In Memoriam: James Hollis Toynton

James Hollis Toynton passed away on August 10, 2024. Memorial contributions in his name will be placed in the James & Clarice Toynton Scholarship Endowment Fund. Make a Memorial Contribution From the obituary: James Hollis Toynton passed away peacefully on August 10, 2024 at the Pearl of Orchard Valley. During his last days he was… Read more…

In Memoriam: Rosemary A. Jordan

Rosemary A. Jordan passed away on July 17, 2024. Memorial contributions in her name will be placed in the Lee W. & Rosemary A. Jordan Scholarship Endowment Fund. Make a Memorial Contribution   From the obituary: With profound sadness we announce the passing of Rosemary Ann Jordan, our loving and devoted mother and friend to… Read more…

In Memoriam: Dorothy M. Groom

Dorothy M. Groom passed away on July 6, 2024. Memorial contributions in Dorothy’s name will be placed in the Community Foundation Administrative Endowment Fund.  Make a Memorial Contribution From the obituary: Dorothy Groom, 85, of Aurora, IL passed away Saturday, July 6, 2024, at her home. She was born September 3, 1938, in Aurora, Illinois. She… Read more…

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Year-end giving is a wonderful way to honor the work of charities whose causes matter to you or your family and can have practical purposes as well. For individuals who itemize deductions, a gift to a qualified charitable organization may allow you to claim a charitable contribution deduction against your taxable income. For donors with a donor-advised fund at the Community Foundation, year-end giving is easy and streamlined. Simply fill out the distribution request online, and our team will process your grant(s). ... See MoreSee Less

Year-end giving is a wonderful way to honor the work of charities whose causes matter to you or your family and can have practical purposes as well. For individuals who itemize deductions, a gift to a qualified charitable organization may allow you to claim a charitable contribution deduction against your taxable income. For donors with a donor-advised fund at the Community Foundation, year-end giving is easy and streamlined. Simply fill out the distribution request online, and our team will process your grant(s).

This past week Jen Borgognoni, Director of Grantmaking, had the pleasure of learning about the rich history of the city of Batavia. A big thank you to Daniel Hoefler, President of the Batavia Historical Society, Laura Newman, Batavia City Administrator, and Batavia Mayor Jeffery D. Schielke for sharing your stories about this great city. #cityofenergy City of Batavia, Illinois - Government Offices ... See MoreSee Less

This past week Jen Borgognoni, Director of Grantmaking, had the pleasure of learning about the rich history of the city of Batavia.  A big thank you to Daniel Hoefler, President of the Batavia Historical Society, Laura Newman, Batavia City Administrator, and Batavia Mayor Jeffery D. Schielke for sharing your stories about this great city.  #cityofenergy City of Batavia, Illinois - Government Offices

Do you know someone who is planning for college or trade school next year? Our Scholarship Application for the 2025-26 academic year will be available on our website on November 1, 2024. Students complete just one application and, if eligible, are considered for one of over 200 scholarship opportunities. Please note that students may start their application and save it in draft mode until they have all of their financial information and are ready to submit. The deadline for applications is January 24, 2025. Visit www.cffrv.org for more information! ... See MoreSee Less

Do you know someone who is planning for college or trade school next year? Our Scholarship Application for the 2025-26 academic year will be available on our website on November 1, 2024. Students complete just one application and, if eligible, are considered for one of over 200 scholarship opportunities. Please note that students may start their application and save it in draft mode until they have all of their financial information and are ready to submit. The deadline for applications is January 24, 2025. Visit www.cffrv.org for more information!

 

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A community foundation is a donor-driven organization that helps donors custom-design funds that reflect their charitable interests. Through the years, grants from these funds have made a significant impact on our local communities.

Sharon Stredde

President Emeritus

…you can always start small, even $25 can make a difference. Remember we can’t take our money with us. Even if it’s just your gift of time. Volunteer and get involved.

Cris Anderson

Cristina & Thomas S. Anderson Endowment Fund | Tom & Cris Anderson Colonial Advisory Fund

We chose the Community Foundation because of its reputation. It’s well known, established and we can trust them to do the job for us.

Dick Schindel

Richard and Susan Schindel Scholarship Funds

Thank you very much for supporting my college education for these four years. I will never be able to repay you for the opportunity that this scholarship has given to me.

Julia H.

[Renewing Scholarship Recipient] Graduate of Hinkley-Big Rock High School

As a first-generation college student from a low-income family, I was worried about how I was going to pay for books and supplies. This scholarship will allow me to focus more on my studies instead of worrying about how to afford college. I am working to not only create opportunities for myself but to motivate future generations. Thank you so much for helping me along this journey!

Moises J.

Claude & Alice Allen Memorial Scholarship Recipient

There’s no question in my mind that the scholarship I received opened up possibilities.

Marianne Renner

Past Scholarship Recipient & Current Leadership Coach

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