Doris M. Whitt, a longtime supporter of the Community Foundation, passed away on August 20, 2015. To make a memorial contribution, click "In Memoriam" above. The Lewis E. & Doris M. Whitt Memorial Endowment Fund provides annual assistance to Hesed House, Inc., Mutual Ground, Inc. and Wayside Cross Ministries. Read more…
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In Memoriam: Dr. Gerald “Jerry” J. Poliks
Dr. Gerald "Jerry" J. Poliks, a supporter of the Community Foundation, passed away on August 13, 2015. (To make a memorial contribution, click on "In Memoriam" above.) Read more…
Fund Spotlight: Brian Farnham Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund
This fund, created in 1995 to honor the life of Brian Farnham, was established as an endowment in 2005. Brian Farnham (1977-1993) attended Our Lady of Good Counsel School until the eighth grade. He participated in Cub Scouts at the school and was an avid basketball and football player. Read more…
In Memoriam: Mildred “Milly” Anliker
Mildred "Milly" Anliker, a long time supporter of the Community Foundation, passed away on August 6, 2015. (To make a memorial contribution, click on "In Memoriam" above.) Read more…
In Memoriam: Carole Wyatt
Carole Wyatt, a long time supporter of the sports programs in West Aurora School District 129, passed away on August 4, 2015. (To make a memorial contribution, click "In Memoriam" above.) Read more…
$4,000 GRANT MAKES MAJOR IMPACT AT ANDERSON ANIMAL SHELTER
Anderson Animal Shelter in South Elgin, Illinois is proud to announce that the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley recently awarded the organization a $4,000 grant to upgrade a portion of the shelter’s technology. Read more…
In Memoriam: William J. “Bill” Knara
William J. "Bill" Knara, a Life Member of the Community Foundation, passed away on July 27, 2015. To make a memorial contribution to the Community Foundation Memorial Endowment Fund, click "In Memoriam" above. Read more…
New Fund: For Scout Foundation
The For Scout Foundation has been created by the Cantrell Family, of St. Charles, IL, to honor the life and legacy of their beloved daughter and sister, Scout Cantrell (2004-2014). This foundation has been established to provide charitable grants and financial support to organizations that carry on the legacy of Scout Cantrell. (To learn more about the For Scout Foundation click "New Fund: For Scout Foundation above.) Read more…
Fund Spotlight: Charles G. & Mary K. Whinfrey Endowment Fund
This fund provides income for the Community Foundation’s discretionary grantmaking program. Charles George Whinfrey, Jr. (1923-2005) was born in Cleveland, Ohio and was raised in New Jersey. Mrs. Whinfrey (1925-2013) was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She was instrumental in the founding of Producers Chemical Company in 1963 along with her husband. Read more…
COMMUNITY KINDNESS GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGED
We are deeply grateful to the individuals, businesses and organizations who have made contributions during the second quarter of 2015 for their commitment to the charitable needs of the community. Read more…
