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…
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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…
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…
New Legislation Amplifies Philanthropy in Illinois through Accredited Community Foundations
The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley joins Forefront and community foundations across the state in celebrating the enactment of two new charitable programs that will increase giving and funding for nonprofits and retain dollars and talent in Illinois! The General Assembly enacted the Illinois Gives Tax Credit Act and the Workforce Development Through… Read more…
In Memoriam: Joy S. Rogerson
Joy S. Rogerson passed away on May 17, 2024. Memorial contributions in Joy's name will be placed in the Messenger Public Library of North Aurora Foundation Fund. Make a Memorial Contribution From the obituary: Joy Sandell Rogerson, 94, formerly of North Aurora, IL died peacefully on Friday, May 17, 2024 at Barrington Hospice Center.… 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…
In Memoriam: Joyce R. Schick
Joyce Ruth Schick passed away on March 22, 2024. Memorial contributions in Joyce’s name will be placed in the Robert “Bob” Schick Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund. Make a Memorial Contribution From the obituary: Joyce Ruth Schick, 93, of Geneva, IL, was called home to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 22, 2024. She was born… Read more…
Free Estate Planning Seminar
Join us for this complimentary seminar to learn more about what to consider when creating a personal plan to protect your family’s future. If you have questions, contact Rachel Gundersen, Vice President of Advancement, at 331-208-9423 or via email. Please RSVP by April 20. Visit our event page for more information. Read more…
New! Better Together Community Grant
The Community Foundation is offering a new grant opportunity in response to the Community Needs Assessment findings. The Letter of Interest is due March 1. Visit our website for more information. Read more…
