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Daniel D. Dolan Family Advisory Endowment Fund

Established 1998

Daniel D. Dolan
Daniel D. Dolan

Daniel D. Dolan created this fund as a permanent resource for his family’s philanthropic interests.

Mr. Dolan (1931-2020) was a lifelong resident of Aurora. In 1965, he and James O. Murphy established the first real estate firm in the Fox River Valley specializing in commercial, industrial and investment properties.

The firm played an important role in formulating the City of Aurora’s Zoning Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan in the 1960’s. Mr. Murphy passed away shortly thereafter.

Mr. Dolan’s sons Daniel, Brian and Ryan joined their father in the family firm and have been an integral part of Dolan & Murphy for many years.

The Dolans have made a strong commitment to the charitable needs of the Aurora area through their endowment fund within the Foundation.

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

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

…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

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

Marianne Renner

Past Scholarship Recipient & Current Leadership Coach

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

Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley

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