by FNWIL | Feb 14, 2024 | Events, Featured Stories, funds, News, Press Release
Today, The Foundation for Northwest Illinois announced at a press conference the establishment of 2 funds geared toward supporting youth in Freeport and Stephenson County. Marilee & Ted Odendahl have established a fund in their son Ian’s name that will, in...
by FNWIL | Aug 9, 2023 | Bridges to the Future, Craig Wilson Ecological Stewardship Award, Events, Featured Stories, Matt A. Marvin Community Impact Award, Press Release
On August 3, guests celebrated the service of nonprofit organizations and the generosity of those who support those organizations throughout Northwest Illinois. Emcee’d by WIFR’s Chief Meteorologist, Mark Henderson, guests enjoyed a beautiful evening of...
by FNWIL | Jul 26, 2023 | Bridges to the Future, Craig Wilson Ecological Stewardship Award, Events, Featured Stories, Matt A. Marvin Community Impact Award, News, Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Sarah Flashing-Clow Phone: (815) 618-8808 (c) Email: sarah@fornwil.org [FREEPORT, IL – July 26, 2023] – The Foundation for Northwest Illinois is hosting the 2nd Annual Bridges to the Future Gala on August 3, celebrating the vital work...
by FNWIL | Apr 19, 2023 | Bridges to the Future, Craig Wilson Ecological Stewardship Award, Events, Matt A. Marvin Community Impact Award, News
The Freeport Community Foundation is now accepting nominations for both the Matthew A. Marvin Community Impact Award and the Craig Wilson Ecological Stewardship Award to be presented at the Bridges to the Future Awards Gala on August 3rd at The Muse on Cedar Creek....
by FNWIL | Mar 20, 2023 | 2023 Grant Cycle, Events, Grants
The Freeport Community Foundation has extended the deadline for the the annual 2023 Marvin ∙ Wilson Community Needs grant. The grant application process will close April 6 at 4pm. Application procedures and grant guidelines are available here.
by FNWIL | Mar 5, 2023 | Events
On February 24th, enthusiastic friends and supporters gathered for an evening of networking and elegant cocktails at The Freeport Club. Donations raised at our quarterly Cocktails for a Cause allows The Foundation to meet the most pressing needs of nonprofits who...