Make a Memorial Contribution John McKee was passionate about making a difference in the community and giving back. He was actively involved in many organizations throughout his lifetime, including the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley. John was a previous member of the Community Foundation's Board of Directors and served for over 24 years,… Read more…
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75th Anniversary Lasting Legacy Gala Photo Album & Videos
The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley celebrated its 75th anniversary by hosting the Lasting Legacy gala on October 7, 2023. It's not too late to support our efforts. Donate to support our Youth Engagement in Philanthropy program. Photo credit: Thomas J. King Photography and Remiker Photography. https://youtu.be/7S_izRzpYEI https://youtu.be/26JwBVzG1vQ… Read more…
In Memoriam: Virginia “Ginny” A. Deisher
Virginia "Ginny" A. Deisher passed away on July 27, 2023. To make a memorial contribution to the Deisher Family Endowment Fund in Memory of William C. Deisher, Sr., Virginia A. Deisher, William C. Deisher, Jr. & Samantha Anne Deisher, click "In Memoriam" above. Read more…
In Memoriam: Ted Crawshaw
Ted Crawshaw passed away on July 20, 2023. To make a memorial contribution to the A+ Foundation for West Aurora Schools Fund, click "In Memoriam" above. Read more…
In Memoriam: Scheketa Hart-Burns
Sheketa Hart-Burns passed away on June 19, 2023. To make a memorial contribution in Sheketa's name to the Sheketa Hart-Burns Memorial Foundation, click "In Memoriam" above. Read more…
In Memoriam: Elizabeth ‘Betty’ Forte
Elizabeth 'Betty' Forte passed away on May 22, 2023. To make a memorial contribution in Elizabeth's name to the Louis R. Forte Music Scholarship Fund, click "In Memoriam" above. Read more…
2023 Scholarship Program Award Recipients
The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley is pleased to announce the award recipients of the 2023 Community Foundation Scholarship Program. Scholarships totaling over $2.3 million for use during the next four years were recently awarded to 450 area students. The Community Foundation Scholarship Program consists of over 200 separate scholarship funds created by… Read more…
In Memoriam: Richard Ormond
Richard Ormond passed away on April 13, 2023. To make a memorial contribution in Richard's name to an Ormond Family Fund, click "In Memoriam" above. Read more…
Estate Planning Seminar on April 27
Join us for this complimentary seminar to learn more about what to consider when creating a personal plan to protect your family's future. For more details visit our event page. If you have questions, contact Rachel Gundersen, Vice President of Advancement, at 331-208-9423 or via email. Please RSVP by April 20. Register here. … Read more…
YEP Membership Application Now Available
Attention high schoolers in Kane and Kendall County: Do you want to make a difference in your community? Interested in developing leadership skills? The YEP Membership application is now open. Apply today to be a part of this amazing group for the 2023-24 school year. To learn more about YEP, visit https://www.cffrv.org/.../youth-engagement-in.../ Read more…