Funds
Thank you for supporting the causes that are so important to the community of McHenry County.
The Community Foundation for McHenry County offers a variety of giving options to help you achieve your charitable goals. We are a 501(c)3 charitable organization. Your donations are fully tax deductible as allowed by law when no goods or services are exchanged.
On-line donations are accepted on MasterCard, VISA, American Express, Discover, and your personal bank debit card. For special instructions regarding stock donations, please call 815-338-4483.
If you have a special interest area or if your gift is in memory or honor of someone, please indicate that in the “In Honor Of” area of the payment page. From $5 to $5,000 your gift can make a difference in the lives of our friends and neighbors in McHenry County.
If you have any questions please head over to our contact page or email us at connect@thecfmc.org or give us a call at 815.338.4483
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Marengo Park District
This fund was created to help enhance the park's programs and amenities.
This fund was created to help enhance the park's programs and amenities. |
Various |
| Donate |
Lions Club Scholarship Fund
This scholarship provides support for students pursing higher education who reside within the boundaries of…
This scholarship provides support for students pursing higher education who reside within the boundaries of Woodstock District 200. |
Education |
| Donate |
Philanthropy Center Fund
The Philanthropy Center provides a comprehensive approach to sustain charitable organizations with leadership development, conduct…
The Philanthropy Center provides a comprehensive approach to sustain charitable organizations with leadership development, conduct thought-provoking, community-building events and create a place for people to unite to learn. |
Various |
| Donate |
1st Way Life Center Fund
1st Way Life Center empowers women by providing information and education for prenatal development, child…
1st Way Life Center empowers women by providing information and education for prenatal development, child birthing, parenting and child development. |
Various |
| Donate |
Independence Health and Therapy
Independence Health and Therapy offers an extensive selection of services to the community, including The…
Independence Health and Therapy offers an extensive selection of services to the community, including The Adult Day Health Program; Memory Care and Respite Services and Behavioral Health Service Program. |
Health |
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Cooney Scholarship Fund
The Cooney Scholarship will be awarded to a student who has demonstrated involvement with a…
The Cooney Scholarship will be awarded to a student who has demonstrated involvement with a not-for profit organization located and serving McHenry County. Students must be a current or former graduate of any Woodstock high school pursing a two- or four-year college degree. |
Education |
| Donate |
Don Penza Athletic Scholarship Fund
This scholarship supports athletic students of Marian Central Catholic High School in need of financial…
This scholarship supports athletic students of Marian Central Catholic High School in need of financial support. |
Education |
| Donate |
Jennifer Samson Memorial Scholarship Fund
This scholarship is awarded to assist a student graduating from any McHenry County High School…
This scholarship is awarded to assist a student graduating from any McHenry County High School and pursuing a degree in Fine Arts. |
Education |
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McHenry Latino Fund
Created through financial support from McHenry County banks and businesses, this fund was established to…
Created through financial support from McHenry County banks and businesses, this fund was established to provide a financial source to grant funds to Latinx programs and projects across the county. |
Human Services |
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Ron Bendis Scholarship Fund
This scholarship was established to honor Ron Bendis, who was an educator in District 200…
This scholarship was established to honor Ron Bendis, who was an educator in District 200 for over 30 years. Ron was especially adept at working struggling students, providing a guiding hand toward high school graduation and beyond. |
Education |