Of the funds we administer at the CFFRV, 50 have been created by agencies in our service area to support their organizations into perpetuity. We spoke with Windy Kopecky, therapeutic riding instructor at Equine Dreams in Newark, about the impact of her organization’s agency endowment fund. Read more…
News & Updates - Page 6 of 23
Veterans Day Feature
In honor of Veterans Day, we're sharing the stories of two World War II veterans and native Aurorans, who are also active members of the Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84. (In fact, we wish there was more room to include all the wonderful stories they shared!) We thank them for their service, and hope… Read more…
Julie Christman Featured in Fundraising Panel Discussion
On October 6, CFFRV President & CEO Julie Christman took part in a panel discussion hosted by Forefront, entitled "Creating a Culture of Fundraising in Your Organization". This is the latest in CFFRV's collaboration with Forefront, which aims to build a thriving social impact sector through valuable resources for grantmakers and nonprofits, including workshops… Read more…
Applying for a CFFRV Scholarship Amid COVID-19
Here's what your student should know this year. Read more…
Scholarship Volunteer Spotlight: Dorothy Heckle
Get to know Dorothy Heckle, one of our dedicated Scholarship Committee members. Read more…
Cathy Schwieger Named Director of Grantmaking of CFFRV
Click the title above to learn more about Cathy and her new role. Read more…
CFFRV in the Beacon-News: Rapid-response grants have been a lifeline for Fox Valley nonprofits big and small
CFFRV was recently featured in The Beacon-News for our efforts as part of the Fox Valley Grantmakers COVID-19 Response Fund. Click the title to read more. Read more…
In Memoriam: Albert Heriaud
Friend of the Foundation Albert "Al" Heriaud passed on Saturday, May 23rd. To learn more about Albert and make a memorial contribution, click “In Memoriam” above. Read more…
June 14: Honoring “Father of Flag Day” Bernard J. Cigrand
June 14 is Flag Day - but did you know the "Father of Flag Day" was a dentist who practiced in the Fox River Valley? Click the title to read more. Read more…
CFFRV 2020 Scholarship Program: 381 Students Receive Scholarships for College
The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley (CFFRV) is pleased to announce its 2020 Scholarship Program recipients, as well as congratulate all graduates on their hard work during an unprecedented year. Click the title to read more. Read more…