Celebrating 20 Years of Philanthropy in Will County

For 20 years, the Community Foundation of Will County has connected people who care to causes that matter. As Will County’s charitable endowment, we promote philanthropy, build partnerships, and invest in initiatives that strengthen health, education, human services, and the arts—creating lasting impact for our community today and for generations to come.

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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.

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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.

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Our Mission:

To PROMOTE philanthropy, CONNECT donors to community needs, and BUILD partnerships to improve the quality of life in our region.

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