It is with great sadness that The Community Foundation shares our condolences with Kathy Cawley and family on the passing of her beloved husband, Tom Cawley.
We extend our heartfelt sympathy and prayers as we mourn the loss of a widely respected member of the community, and a dear friend of the foundation. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in Tom’s name to the Will County Voyager Group Endowment Fund at The Community Foundation of Will County or to The First Presbyterian Church of Joliet.
The Illinois Gives Tax Credit Act Is Back for 2026!
The Illinois Gives Tax Credit Act has been extended for the 2026 tax year, and as an approved Qualified Community Foundation (QCF), The Community Foundation of Will County allows Illinois taxpayers who make qualified endowment contributions to receive a 25% state income tax credit, up to $100,000 annually.
Community Foundation of Will County News & Events
Community Foundation of Will County Grant Recipient Farm 2 Veteran Honors Volunteers at Wreaths Across America Event
Farm 2 Veteran, a Will County based nonprofit and grant recipient of the Community Foundation of Will County, proudly sponsored the Wreaths Across America volunteer luncheon honoring those who served at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. The luncheon was held at Stone City VFW Post 2199 and recognized the dedication of volunteers who braved cold winter conditions to ensure fallen heroes are remembered and honored.
Community Foundation of Will County Announces 2025 Grant Awards
Fifteen grants totaling more than $132,000 will help build capacity of programs that support children, families, veterans and those dealing with health-related challenges.
The Community Foundation of Will County Former Board Members and Donor Meeting – May 28th, 2025
On May 28th, 2025, the Community Foundation of Will County hosted a gathering of former board members, donors, current board members, and current staff at Jameson’s Pub in Joliet.
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Promoting, Connecting and Building
The Community Foundation of Will County seeks to improve the quality of life throughout Will County communities by PROMOTING philanthropy, CONNECTING donors to community needs and BUILDING partnerships.
The Community Foundation of Will County was founded as a geographic Affiliate of The Chicago Community Trust by local residents in 2006 to serve as a local resource for donors and professional advisors in the implementation of charitable strategies through donor advised funds and other planning vehicles, to build endowments in special areas of interest that fund a competitive grant program annually, and to hold various nonprofit agency/organization endowment funds.
Our Mission:
To PROMOTE philanthropy, CONNECT donors to community needs, and BUILD partnerships to improve the quality of life in our region.
DONORS
We work with donors to simplify their planning, maximize their generosity, and lessen tax burdens.
PROFESSIONAL ADVISORS
We work with Professional Advisors to enhance their services to Will County clients.
NOT-FOR-PROFITS
We work closely with Not-for-Profit agencies, grassroots organizations, and community stakeholders.
Special Thanks to Our Sponsors
Diamond Sponsors
Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bill & Diane Habiger
Billy and Liese Hearth
Dr. David Livingston
Dr. Theresa Rouse
Bronze Sponsors
Tricia and Danny Simpson
Dr. Nadia and Michael Carpanzano