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The Community Foundation of Will County
Celebrating Twenty Years of Connecting People Who Care to Causes That Matter
For twenty years, the Community Foundation of Will County has been connecting people who care to causes that matter — strengthening our community through philanthropy, partnerships and a shared commitment to making a difference. Join us as we celebrate 20 years of community impact and honor the people, organizations and leaders who have helped make this journey possible.
Community Foundation of Will County Earns National Accreditation
The Community Foundation of Will County has recently been accredited with Community Foundations National Standards®—the highest standards for philanthropic excellence. We work to support the causes our community cares about, to promote philanthropic purposes in areas of health, education, human services, and the arts. National Standards says that we meet the most rigorous standards in philanthropy and is a promise to our community that we’ll continue to do this good work together, right here in Will County.
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.
The Community Foundation of Will County Designated as a Qualified Community Foundation, Unlocking New Tax Credit Opportunities for Donors
The Community Foundation of Will County is proud to announce its official designation as a Qualified Community Foundation (QCF) under the Illinois Gives Tax Credit Act (35 ILCS 60/170).
Community Foundation of Will County Welcomes Sheila Sasso as New Development Director
The Community Foundation of Will County is proud to announce Sheila Sasso as its new Development Director. Sheila brings a wealth of experience in marketing, public relations, fundraising, and event planning, along with a deep commitment to serving her local community.