Strengthening McHenry County Through Strategic Grantmaking
In fiscal year 2025, The Community Foundation for McHenry County proudly invested approximately $1.5 million through grants to nonprofit organizations serving McHenry County and beyond.
- CFMC Annual Grants - $648,909.00
- Designated Funds - $593,231.37
- Donor Advised Funds - $206,737.46
- Field of Interest Funds - $30,452.70
As the county’s philanthropic leader, we are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for local residents by supporting impactful nonprofits and initiatives, while helping donors achieve their unique charitable goals.
CFMC's 2025 Annual Grant Recipients
2025 Betterment of Woodstock Grant
- Clayworkers Guild of Illinois
- Dorr Township
- Theatre 121
- Woodstock Food Pantry
2025 Capacity Development Grant
- Grief Guide (formerly Silver Lake Retreat)
- Cycling Without Age McHenry County, Inc
- Andrew's Assist
- ChatterGirls
- Herzog's Heroes, Inc.
- Dogs On the Go Hearing Assistance Dogs
2025 Mission Grants
- CASA of McHenry County
- Child Advocacy Center of McHenry County
- Crystal Lake Food Pantry Inc.
- Crystal Lake Strikers
- Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project -FLAP
- Home of the Sparrow
- Main Stay Therapeutic Farm
- McHenry County Conservation Foundation
- McHenry County Historical Society
- NAMI of McHenry County
- New Directions Addiction Recovery Services
- Northern Illinois Food Bank
- Pioneer Center for Human Services
- Raue Center for the Arts
- Refuge for Women
- The Land Conservancy of McHenry County
- Veterans Path To Hope
2025 Women’s Fund Grant
- Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Northern Illinois, Inc.
- Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project -FLAP
- The Break
2025 Bridge Grant
- 22nd Judicial Circuit- Office of Special Projects
- The Break
2025 GIVE360 Grant
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Girls on the Run of Northwest Illinois
2025 Workforce Development Grant
- McHenry County Economic Development Corporation
- Independence Health & Therapy
2024 Transformational Grant Recipients
Youth Empowerment Alliance
Lead Agency: The Break
Empowering youth to have a voice by leading critical social, emotional and behavioral health conversations in the county through Youth Advisory Groups, culminating in a community conference.
NAMI Nourish: Mobile Peer Support
Lead Agency: NAMI of McHenry County
Providing food and free mental health support to the food insecure in McHenry County.
Economic Benefit of Integrating Employment Interventions
Lead Agency: 22nd Judicial Court Office of Special Projects
Supporting individuals who have been involved in the criminal justice system to become job market-ready and sustain their recovery.
McHenry County Landlord Engagement Program
Lead Agency: Home of the Sparrow
Increasing affordable housing access for low and moderate-income households through landlord education, incentives, and resources.
The Community Foundation for McHenry County Awards 2023 Transformational Grants to Three Charitable Organizations Totaling $148,500.
The Community Foundation for McHenry County is celebrating the fourth year of their Transformational Grant program, which offers grant funding to support groundbreaking programs, provide innovative services and be a source of positive change in McHenry County. Thank you to all our donors and volunteers that made this possible.
"As a significant leader in McHenry County, The Community Foundation considers it a privilege to bring about impactful change through the Transformational Grant program. The Foundation wholeheartedly expresses gratitude to the generous donors who have made these programs possible, enabling the Home of The Sparrow and the Land Conservancy of McHenry County to make a lasting difference in our community," said Amy Hernon, Executive Director of The Community Foundation for McHenry County.
This year’s grant recipients are:
Home of The Sparrow, Inc.
Home of the Sparrow received an award of $75,000 to support the Marengo Supportive Housing Program. This year’s funding will be used to increase the amount of housing to accommodate the growing need for lower to moderate income housing. In addition, these programs will service the affected community with education and resources to improve personal sustainability.
The house featured is in Algonquin, IL.
The Land Conservancy of McHenry County
The Land Conservancy of McHenry County received an award of $73,500 for their project: Raices Latinas: Agriculture in McHenry County. This is the second year of Transformational Grant funding for this project which has received a total of $144,300. The goal of this program is to honor the valuable contributions of the Latino/Latine community to McHenry County’s rich agricultural history through education, collaboration, storytelling, and celebratory events.
“The impact we hope to have in McHenry County is for all of our cultures to embrace the richness of the contributions the Latinx community has brought and continues to bring to our residents, businesses and education institutions as well as the acceptance of our blended and similar family values, work ethic and increase mutual respect as well as collaboration with one another,” said Dr. Maggie Rivera, President/CEO, Illinois Migrant Council.
Staff member from Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project (FLAP) conducting outreach in the community of Latino farmworkers in McHenry County. Raices Latinas will elevate the stories of this sector of the McHenry County population.
We are pleased to announce the 2022 Mission Grant recipients. The generosity of donors enabled us to distribute $629,943 to 39 local nonprofit organizations who serve our friends and neighbors in McHenry County.
Below is a full list of 2022 Mission Grant recipients.
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Organization Name |
Allocation |
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New Directions Addiction Recovery Services |
$25,000 |
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Home of the Sparrow |
$22,000 |
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CASA |
$22,000 |
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The Break |
$21,000 |
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Consumer Credit Counseling |
$20,000 |
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NAMI of McHenry County |
$20,000 |
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McHenry County Adult Program |
$20,000 |
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The AARRK Gardens |
$20,000 |
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Environmental Defenders |
$20,000 |
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Senior Services Associates, Inc. |
$20,000 |
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Turning Point, Inc. |
$20,000 |
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Elderwerks Educational Services |
$20,000 |
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NISRA Foundation |
$20,000 |
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Richmond Township Senior Transportation |
$20,000 |
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Child Advocacy Center of McHenry County |
$20,000 |
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Main Stay Therapeutic Farm |
$20,000 |
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McHenry County Conservation Foundation |
$20,000 |
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Raue Center for the Arts |
$20,000 |
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The Land Conservancy of McHenry County |
$19,000 |
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Encore Music Academy |
$19,000 |
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Options & Advocacy for McHenry County |
$19,000 |
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Refuge for Women |
$18,000 |
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McHenry County Historical Society |
$18,000 |
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Northern Illinois Food Bank |
$15,000 |
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Pioneer Center for Human Services |
$15,000 |
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The Rosecrance Foundation |
$15,000 |
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Senior Care Volunteer Network |
$15,000 |
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Your Children’s Bookshelf |
$13,000 |
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Greater Family Health |
$10,000 |
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First Church Crystal Lake Nathaniels Hope |
$10,000 |
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Marengo Park District |
$10,000 |
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Habitat for Humanity of Northern Fox Valley |
$10,000 |
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Samaritan Counseling Center |
$10,000 |
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Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois |
$10,000 |
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Independence Health & Therapy |
$10,000 |
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Not-for-Profit Resources |
$10,000 |
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Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation |
$7,500 |
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Shelter, Inc. |
$5,000 |
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Free Guitars for Future Stars |
$1,443 |
The Community Foundation for McHenry County Awards 2022 Transformational Grants to Three Charitable Organizations Totaling $206,600
The Community Foundation for McHenry County is celebrating the third year of their Transformational Grant program, which offers grant funding to support groundbreaking programs, provide innovative services and be a source of positive change in McHenry County.
“We are so grateful for the generous support of our donors who have made the Transformational Grant program possible. The agencies being awarded these grants are deeply rooted in our community and committed to making a difference in McHenry County,” said Deborah Thielen, Executive Director, The Community Foundation for McHenry County.
This year’s grant recipients are:
Harvard Community Senior Center
Harvard Community Senior Center received an award of $75,000 for their project: Reducing Health Disparities through Cultivating Health Ministries. This is the third year of Transformational Grant funding for this project which has received a total of $207,000. This year’s funding will be used to expand the number of new health ministry’s working to reduce health disparities for older adults and Latinx populations by providing access to screenings, education, support and community care through churches across the county.
“The Cultivating Health Ministries Program is truly innovative due to our collaborative approach in the prevention of diabetes and its complications. Our program facilitates connections to community resources in the faith-based communities we serve, transforming ways of living; empowering our most vulnerable populations and decreasing health disparities,” said Elizabeth Rios, APRN, Project Director, Cultivating Health Ministries.
One Million Monarchs
One Million Monarchs received an award of $60,800 for their project: Supporting Grieving Teens in McHenry County. The mission of One Million Monarchs is to provide a safe space for grieving teens to heal following the loss of a parent, sibling or close friend. This grant will expand counseling services, group and parental support groups and grief retreats.
“After losing my own mother at the age of 16, I knew from experience that grief support for teens was lacking. Grief during my teen years left me feeling isolated and misunderstood by those around me. It is my hope that by building a community of support for grieving teens, that they may learn healthy coping skills and feel understood and supported throughout their grief journey,” said Stacey Sassine, Founder and President, One Million Monarchs.
The Land Conservancy of McHenry County
The Land Conservancy of McHenry County received an award of $70,800 for their project: Raices Latinas: Agriculture in McHenry County. The goal of this program is to bring residents of McHenry County together to learn about and celebrate the contributions of the Latinx community in shaping our rich agricultural history.
“The impact we hope to have in McHenry County is for all of our cultures to embrace the richness of the contributions the Latinx community has brought and continues to bring to our residents, businesses and education institutions as well as the acceptance of our blended and similar family values, work ethic and increase mutual respect as well as collaboration with one another,” said Dr. Maggie Rivera, President/CEO, Illinois Migrant Council.
2021 Mission Grant Recipients
The Community Foundation for McHenry County (The Foundation) is pleased to announce the 2021 Mission Grant recipients. The generosity of donors enabled The Foundation to distribute $1,050,000, which is a 140% increase over last year, to 67 charitable organizations who serve our friends and neighbors in McHenry County.
“We are extremely grateful for the support of The Community Foundation for McHenry County. I've been lucky enough to work for several organizations in the county and see how great of an impact you're funding has across not only our organization, but many others as well. Thank for your hard work to help our community!”
- Bobby Gattone, Executive Director, New Directions Addiction Recovery Services
Below is a full list of Mission Grant recipients, the amount allocated and how the funding will be used.
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Association for Individual Development |
$25,000 |
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Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation |
$7,500 |
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Bernie's Book Bank |
$10,000 |
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of McHenry County |
$20,000 |
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Blessing Barn |
$11,223 |
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BraveHearts Therapeutic Riding & Educational Center |
$10,000 |
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BSA Blackhawk Area Council |
$10,000 |
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Cary Fire Protection District |
$21,684 |
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CASA of McHenry County |
$25,000 |
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Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Chicago McHenry County Senior Nutrition Services |
$8,000 |
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Child Advocacy Center of McHenry County |
$25,000 |
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Clearbrook |
$25,000 |
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Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Northern Illinois |
$25,000 |
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Creative Arts Inc. |
$10,000 |
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Crystal Lake Community Band |
$5,000 |
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Crystal Lake Teen Center |
$12,500 |
|
Cycling Without Age McHenry County, Inc |
$18,875 |
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EAA Chapter 932, Inc. |
$5,000 |
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Elderwerks Educational Services |
$15,000 |
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Environmental Defenders of McHenry County |
$24,600 |
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Eversight |
$5,000 |
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Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project - FLAP |
$25,000 |
|
Fellowship Housing Corporation |
$25,000 |
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Free Guitars for Future Stars |
$5,500 |
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Friends of McHenry County College Foundation |
$20,000 |
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Friends of Moraine Hills State Park |
$15,000 |
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Gigi's Playhouse McHenry County |
$15,000 |
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Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois |
$5,815 |
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Girls on the Run of Northwest Illinois |
$16,395 |
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Habitat for Humanity of McHenry County |
$5,479 |
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Harvard Community Senior Center |
$25,000 |
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Home of the Sparrow, Inc. |
$25,000 |
|
Huntley Community Radio NFP |
$10,000 |
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Independence Health & Therapy |
$25,000 |
|
Junior Achievement of Chicago |
$7,000 |
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Leadership Greater McHenry County (LGMC) |
$12,000 |
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Live4Lali |
$11,830 |
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Main Stay Therapeutic Farm |
$22,320 |
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Mano a Mano Family Resource Center |
$25,000 |
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McHenry County Conservation Foundation |
$15,589 |
|
McHenry County Farm Bureau Agricultural Education Foundation |
$6,705 |
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NAMI of McHenry County |
$10,000 |
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New Directions Addiction Recovery Services |
$12,500 |
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Northern Illinois Food Bank |
$25,000 |
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Northwest Community Music Academy dba Encore Music Academy |
$12,937 |
|
Not-For-Profit Resources Inc |
$25,000 |
|
Options & Advocacy for McHenry County |
$15,000 |
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Pioneer Center for Human Services |
$25,000 |
|
Prairie State Legal Services |
$25,000 |
|
Raue Center for the Arts |
$20,000 |
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Refuge for Women |
$19,603 |
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Samaritan Counseling Center |
$10,000 |
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Senior Care Volunteer Network |
$20,000 |
|
Senior Services Associates, Inc. |
$25,000 |
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The Aarrk Gardens |
$18,000 |
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The Allendale Association - LINC Special Education School |
$5,000 |
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The Land Conservancy of McHenry County |
$16,440 |
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The Rosecrance Foundation |
$10,850 |
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Theatre 121 |
$4,000 |
|
Turning Point, Inc. |
$25,000 |
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United Way of Greater McHenry County |
$5,000 |
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Veterans Path to Hope |
$25,000 |
|
Woodstock Fine Arts Association |
$3,000 |
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YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago |
$10,735 |
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Young at Heart Senior Pet Adoptions |
$6,921 |
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Your Children's Bookshelf |
$12,000 |
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Youth and Family Center of McHenry County |
$25,000 |
2021 Transformational Grant Recipients Awarded for a total of $222,000
The Community Foundation for McHenry County is celebrating our second year of the Transformational Grant program which offers three local charitable organizations grant funding to launch groundbreaking programs, provide innovative services and be a source of positive change in McHenry County. We are so grateful for the generous support of our donors who have made the Transformational Grant program possible. The agencies being awarded these grants are deeply rooted in our community and committed to making a difference in McHenry County,” This year’s recipients are:
The City of Woodstock
The City of Woodstock received an award of $75,000 for their Community Dot-Connecting with Age-Friendly Woodstock program. This is the second year receiving a Transformational Grant. The survey conducted with funding from year one identified program areas that will directly benefit the rapidly increasing aging population. Year two priorities include partnering with Dorr Township to reinstate and expand their Senior Center, creating a centralized information hub designed for senior access and expanding housing options using senior/disabled Universal Design principles.
“Woodstock is deeply grateful to The Foundation for their continued support of our Age-Friendly Community initiative. The Foundation’s support will help implement recommendations that came directly from Woodstock residents as reflected in our recently-completed Action Plan. This includes partnering with Dorr Township to develop a staffed drop-in center for our older adults’ benefit and enjoyment,” said Dr. Brian Sager, Mayor of Woodstock.
Harvard Community Senior Center
Harvard Community Senior Center received an award of $72,000 for their project: Reducing Health Disparities through Cultivating Health Ministries. This is the second year of Transformational Grant funding for this project which will expand the number of new health ministries working to reduce health disparities for older adults and Latinx populations by providing access to screenings, education, support and community care through churches across the county.
“I believe the faith communities were touched by Cultivating Health Ministries caring and compassion as we remained connected during COVID-19. Lives are being transformed by these partnerships and programs, and we envision a healthier tomorrow for the Latinx and senior populations,” said Suzanne “Sam” Martinez, Advocate Good Shepherd Congregational Outreach Coordinator & Cultivating Health Ministries Collaboration Council Member.
Kids in Need (KIN) of McHenry County
Kids in Need (KIN) of McHenry County received a grant in the amount of $75,000 for their Family Visitation and Resource Home. This home is designed with family connections and reunification in mind for visitation between non-custodial parents and children. The goal is to create a supportive, home-like atmosphere where parents can receive the support and services they need while maintaining the bond with their children.
Michelle Prickett, Executive Director, Kids In Need, "The focus of the KIN Family Visitation and Resource Home is on family preservation and parent/child reunification.
Amber Rakoczy, Owner/Therapist, Roan Solutions LLC, "The KIN home provides much more than just a visit between children and their parents, we offer a private home environment with trained professionals who provide coaching and feedback."
2020 Mission Grant Recipients
The Community Foundation for McHenry County (The Foundation) is pleased to announce the 2020 Mission Grant recipients. The generosity of donors enabled The Foundation to distribute $426,000 to 30 charitable organizations who serve our friends and neighbors in McHenry County.
“Resilience was the theme of the 2020 Mission Grant award”, said Deborah Thielen, Executive Director. “It implies a sense of strength, adaptability, and perseverance. We believe the incredible charitable organizations in our community have the resilience to help move McHenry County through these tough times and emerge even stronger in the future.”
When developing their applications, charitable organizations were asked to focus on showcasing the resilience of their organization and its work in the community. Please see below a complete list of Mission Grant recipients, the amount allocated and how the funding will be used.
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Atrocious Poets |
$1,400 |
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Bernie’s Book Bank |
$5,000 |
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CASA |
$20,000 |
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Clearbrook |
$25,000 |
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Consumer Credit Counseling Services of Northern Illinois |
$21,500 |
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Family Health Partnership |
$16,485 |
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Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project (FLAP) |
$10,000 |
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Free Guitars for Future Stars |
$5,000 |
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Friends of Moraine Hills State Park |
$9,000 |
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GiGi’s Playhouse |
$5,000 |
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Home of the Sparrow |
$25,000 |
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Huntley Community Radio NFP |
$19,000 |
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JourneyCare Foundation |
$21,485 |
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Land Conservancy of McHenry County |
$3,500 |
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Leadership Greater McHenry County |
$5,000 |
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Mano A Mano Family Resources |
$15,000 |
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McHenry County Conservation Foundation |
$5,300 |
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McHenry County Historical Society |
$2,760 |
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New Directions Addiction Recovery Services |
$21,485 |
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Northern Illinois Food Bank |
$16,100 |
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Northwest Community Music Academy |
$20,000 |
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Not-For-Profit Resources (VCMC) |
$20,000 |
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Openlands |
$3,500 |
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Pioneer Center for Human Services |
$21,485 |
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Raue Center for the Arts |
$20,000 |
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Refuge for Women |
$15,000 |
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Turning Point |
$18,000 |
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United Way of Greater McHenry County |
$15,000 |
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University of Illinois Extension |
$20,000 |
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Youth and Family Center of McHenry County |
$20,000 |
2020 Transformational Grant Recipients
The Community Foundation for McHenry County is celebrating our inaugural year of offering three charitable organizations a Transformational Grant. Each grant provides funding of up to $75,000 - some of our largest grants to date - creating a true force of positive change in McHenry County!
Our 2020 Transformational Grants will help:
- The Friends of McHenry County College Foundation break down barriers to unemployment through a six-week skill-building boot camp.
- Community Crosswalk work with the faith community to provide vital health screenings and education.
- The City of Woodstock achieve their goal of being an Age-Friendly Livable Community!
The Friends of McHenry County College Foundation, Community Crosswalk, and The City of Woodstock each demonstrated that they have what it takes to be a force of innovation, problem-solving and progress in their community—and inspire real transformation from the ground up.
Making Waves with Transformational Grants
The three recipients’ proposals exemplified the mission and purpose of a Transformational Grant. Successful applicants showcased how their plans demonstrated true breakthroughs in McHenry County with a focus on collaboration and positive, multi-level change.
“It is absolutely thrilling to see our vision of Transformational Grants come to fruition. This opportunity will continue to be a yearly resource for charitable organizations who are serious about being the change they want to see in their community,” said Deborah Thielen, Executive Director, The Community Foundation for McHenry County. “True transformation is a lofty goal and even with the best plans and dedicated collaborators, it often requires substantial resources to help move it forward.”
“While we had many praiseworthy applicants, we believe these three proposals have a winning strategy and plenty of heart to create change, provide real world solutions, and live up to the expectations that come with being a Transformational Grant recipient,” said Thielen.
City of Woodstock: On the Path to an Age-Friendly Community
Grant: $74,951
Project: Serving Our Elderly Through the Age-Friendly Livable Community Initiative
Collaborators: City of Woodstock, McHenry County Department of Planning and Development, Independence Health and Therapy, Northern Illinois University’s Center for Governmental Studies, Satori Pathway LLC.
“This funding provided by The Community Foundation for McHenry County will help create positive changes in housing, transportation, and healthcare options for our growing senior population, with resulting benefits for all community members, young and older,” said Dr. Brian Sager, Mayor, City of Woodstock.
The City of Woodstock is honored to be one of the chosen three, as the grant will fuel the city’s “Serving Our Elderly Through the Age-Friendly Livable Community” initiative. This ambitious endeavor enlists a number of local stakeholders to identify distinct needs and improve quality of life for residents ages 60+ through Woodstock’s Age-Friendly Livable Community participation. The funds will support a comprehensive assessment of housing, transportation, medical, social and employment opportunities.
“We are grateful for the opportunity to develop Woodstock into a role model Age-Friendly Livable Community and to share our successes with community leaders throughout McHenry County,” said Sager.
Friends of McHenry County College Foundation: Breaking Down Barriers to Employment
Grant: $75,000
Project: Bridge to Success
Collaborators: Friends of McHenry County College Foundation, Home of the Sparrow, McHenry County Workforce Network, McHenry County Mental Health Board, New Directions Addiction Recovery Services, TLS Veterans.
Job security and employability not only impacts the individual seeking work, but it contributes to a thriving local workforce, community and economy. That is why the Friends of McHenry County College Foundation are committed to building a “Bridge to Success.”
This program seeks to assist adults facing obstacles to employment by providing specialized career training while addressing the county’s “skills gap”. A six-week boot camp in manufacturing, health care or information technology is the heart of the “Bridge to Success” initiative, which will help 24 participants gain entry-level technical and employability skills.
“Through a strong collaboration with our community partners, McHenry County College’s Bridge to Success project will address barriers that lead to chronic unemployment or underemployment, and provide a pathway to independence for job seekers, as well as a pipeline of skilled talent for employers. We are so appreciative of the opportunity to impact our community through this effort,” said Dr. Clint Gabbard, President of McHenry County College.
Community Crosswalk: A New Access Point in Healthcare Delivery
Grant: $60,000
Project: Reducing Health Disparities through Health Ministries
Collaborators: Community Crosswalk, McHenry County PEARLS, the Congregational Outreach Office for Mission Spiritual Care/Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, Nathan Kakish, M.D., Epilepsy Health Management, Harvard Community Senior Center, Illinois Migrant Council, Nutrition Educator Daniel Garcia, Project Director Elizabeth Rios, R.N.
As preventive care continues to be an underutilized but powerful tool in health and wellness, some McHenry County leaders are looking to the faith community to increase access and reach more residents.
Community Crosswalk is working to do just that with their “Reducing Health Disparities through Health Ministries” initiative. By providing countywide access to diabetes screenings, health education, resources and healthcare services in churches instead of clinics or medical offices, the program could potentially impact 650 lives in the first year through this non-traditional delivery model.
“The Cultivating Health Ministries Collaboration Council is excited to integrate social, spiritual and community health care in churches and houses of worship across the county,” said Kathy McNeil, MS, RN, Vice-President of Community Crosswalk.
“Working with The Community Foundation for McHenry County, this program partnership will transform the way health care can be delivered to reduce health disparities for McHenry County’s older adult and Latinx populations.”
Health and Human Services
In fall 2018, the Foundation awarded $318,000 to programs focusing on the areas of Health and Human Services.
AARRK GARDEN
STIPENDS FOR HOMELESS WORKERS
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ALBUMS OF HOPE
MAKING IT PERSONAL: PERSONALIZED ALBUMS OF HOPE
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BEAR NECESSITIES PEDIATRIC CANCER FOUNDATION
BEAR HUGS PROGRAM
This grant was funded by the Christine and Donald Schellhaass Family Fund held at the Foundation.
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BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF MCHENRY COUNTY
INCREASED CAPACITY TO HANDLE COMPLEX BEHAVIORAL ISSUES INCREASING AMONG AT-RISK YOUTH
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CONSUMER CREDIT COUNSELING SERVICE OF NORTHERN ILLINOIS, INC.
FINANCIAL LITERACY WORKSHOPS FOR PARTNERS IN HUMAN SERVICES
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CONSUMER CREDIT COUNSELING SERVICE OF NORTHERN ILLINOIS, INC.
CONSUMER CREDIT COUNSELING SERVICE OF NORTHERN ILLINOIS OFFICE UPDATE 2018 PROJECT
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FAMILY ALLIANCE, INC.
COMPUTERS, TECHNOLOGY AND BRAIN GYM
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FAMILY HEALTH PARTNERSHIP CLINIC
$20,000
HEALTHY SMILES
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FRIENDSHIP HOUSE OF CRYSTAL LAKE
$15,000
HEALTHY KIDS
This grant was partially funded by the Community Works Endowment Fund held at the Foundation.
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HARVARD COMMUNITY SENIOR CENTER
FREE SHIP (SENIOR HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM) COUNSELING SERVICES
HOME OF THE SPARROW, INC.
HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION AND DIVERSION
This grant was partially funded by the Community Works Endowment Fund held at the Foundation.
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HOME OF THE SPARROW, INC.
HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION AND DIVERSION
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LAST CHANCE HOUSE, INC.
LAST CHANCE HOUSE PARKING IMPROVEMENT
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LAST CHANCE HOUSE, INC.
LAST CHANCE HOUSE COMMUNITY MEETING ROOM IMPROVEMENTS
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MAIN STAY THERAPEUTIC FARM
INSPIRING NEW DIRECTIONS PROGRAM
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MAIN STAY THERAPEUTIC FARM
INSPIRING HEALTHY COMMUNITIES PROGRAM
This grant was partially funded by the Dooley Family Fund held at the Foundation.
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MANO A MANO FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER
ENGAGED CITIZENS PROGRAM
This grant was funded by the McHenry Latino Fund held at the Foundation.
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NAMI OF MCHENRY COUNTY
COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH OUTREACH AND EDUCATION
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NAMI OF MCHENRY COUNTY
PARA-TRANSIT WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE ACTIVITY BUS
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NORTHERN ILLINOIS FOOD BANK
TAKE 50 FOODS TO ENCOURAGE GRANT FUND
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NORTHWEST CENTER AGAINST SEXUAL ASSAULT
SEXUAL ABUSE PREVENTION EDUCATION
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PIONEER CENTER FOR HUMAN SERVICES
PIONEER CENTER CHILD & FAMILY THERAPY CENTER SUPPORTIVE FURNISHINGS & MATERIALS
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PIONEER CENTER FOR HUMAN SERVICES
PIONEER CENTER CHILD & FAMILY THERAPY CENTER THERAPIST TRAINING
Both grants were funded by the Ruth Frejd Memorial Fund held at the Foundation.
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PRAIRIE STATE LEGAL SERVICES, INC.
MCHENRY CIVIL LEGAL AID
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REFUGE FOR WOMEN
TRANSITIONAL SHELTER & AFTERCARE FOR WOMEN SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL TRAFFICKING/EXPLOITATION
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ROSECRANCE FOUNDATION
ARTS, ANIMALS AND ADVENTURES (AAA)
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SAMARITAN COUNSELING CENTER
TELE-BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PLATFORM FOR MOBILITY-CHALLENGED, COLLEGE STUDENTS, TRAVELERS AND OTHERS
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SENIOR CARE VOLUNTEER NETWORK
MEDICAL EQUIPMENT LOAN CLOSET SUPPORT
This grant was funded by the Belle Allen Fund held at the Foundation.
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SENIOR SERVICES ASSOCIATES, INC.
CARE COORDINATION SUPPORT SERVICES POSITION
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TRANSITIONAL LIVING SERVICES
COMFORTS OF HOME FOR VETERANS
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TURNING POINT, INC.
RAPID REHOUSING PROGRAM FOR VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
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Arts & Culture, Education, Environment
In spring 2019, the Foundation awarded over $231,000 to programs focusing on the areas of Arts, Education, Environment, and Economic Development.
BERNIE’S BOOK BANK
BERNIE’S BOOK BANK
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BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF MCHENRY COUNTY, INC.
AFTERSCHOOL MENTORING EXPANSION: HANNAH BEARDSLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL
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CITY OF WOODSTOCK
GROWING WOODSTOCK'S COMMUNITY GREENS
This grant was funded by an anonymous family fund held at the Foundation.
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CLEARBROOK
CHOICE NATURALLY GIFTED
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THE BREAK – CRYSTAL LAKE TEEN CENTER
$5,500
DEVELOPMENT COACHING
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CULTURE, ARTS & MUSIC
$5,000
PERFORMANCE AREA AT CULTURE, ARTS & MUSIC
This grant was funded by the Ruth Frejd Memorial Fund held at the Foundation.
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ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENDERS FOR MCHENRY COUNTY
ROADSIDE PRAIRIE HABITAT FOR POLLINATORS
This grant was funded by the Community Works Endowment Fund held at the Foundation.
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ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENDERS FOR MCHENRY COUNTY
POLYSTYRENE POLLUTION REDUCTION PROGRAM
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FARMWORKER AND LANDSCAPER ADVOCACY PROJECT
COMMUNITY LEGAL EDUCATION MATERIAL DISTRIBUTION-HUMAN LABOR TRAFFICKING-WAGE THEFT TARGETING LATINAS
This grant was funded by the Christine and Donald Schellhaass Family Fund held at the Foundation.
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FREE GUITARS FOR FUTURE STARS
SUMMER GUITAR CAMP
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FRIENDS OF MORAINE HILLS STATE PARK
DUAL WILDLIFE VIEWING STATION LOCATED ON THE FOX RIVER AT THE MCHENRY DAM
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HARVARD BROADCASTING
HCR ROCKS
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HUNTLEY COMMUNITY RADIO
FUND AND IMPLEMENT NEW EQUIPMENT TO REPLACE END-OF-LIFE WORKSTATIONS, FILE SERVER, AND FM EQUIPMENT
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INDEPENDENCE HEALTH & THERAPY
DEMENTIA EDUCATION FOR COMMUNITIES
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JUDSON UNIVERSITY
RISE PROGRAM
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LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES OF ILLINOIS
GABLE POINT SENIOR HOUSING ART AND CRAFTS THERAPY
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MARENGO COMMUNITY RADIO
UPDATE AUDIO AND TRANSMISSION EQUIPMENT
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MCHENRY COUNTY FARM BUREAU
MCHENRY COUNTY AG IN THE CLASSROOM
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MCSEEP
MCHENRY COUNTY SCHOOLS ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAM
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MCSEEP
MEASURING MCHENRY COUNTY WATER QUALITY THROUGH CITIZEN SCIENCE
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NEW DIRECTIONS ADDICTION RECOVERY SERVICES
THE OTHER SIDE PROJECT
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NEW DIRECTIONS ADDICTION RECOVERY SERVICES
THE OTHER SIDE EQUIPMENT UPDATES
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NORTHWEST COMMUNITY MUSIC ACADEMY
ENCORE MUSIC ACADEMY YOUTH SUMMER MUSIC PROGRAMS
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NOT-FOR-PROFIT RESOURCES A.K.A. VOLUNTEER CENTER MCHENRY COUNTY
TEN CAPACITY BUILDING WORKSHOPS AND SEMINARS FOR LOCAL NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
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OPENLANDS
FURTHERING LAND PROTECTION THROUGHOUT HACKMATACK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
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RAUE CENTER FOR THE ARTS
TAKE A VET TO A SHOW
Our initiative is focused on serving the 10,000+ veterans in McHenry County by providing entertainment and socialization opportunities for veterans. Veterans will be partnered with or accompany pre-selected audience members to attend a show.
This grant was partially funded by the Tim Dooley Family Fund held at The Foundation.
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REFUGE FOR WOMEN
EDUCATION (GED, COLLEGE CREDITS, PROFESSIONAL RE-CERTIFICATION) FOR SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL TRAFFICKING
This grant was funded by an anonymous donor.
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TOWNSQUARE PLAYERS
TOWNSQUARE PLAYERS SUMMER THEATRE WORKSHOP
This grant was funded by James and Karlen Cooney Family Fund held at The Foundation.
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UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS EXTENSION
LOCAL FOODS SYSTEMS/SMALL FARM EDUCATOR
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UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS EXTENSION
MCHENRY 4-H PROGRAM "I THINK GREEN"
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WOODSTOCK FINE ARTS ASSOCIATION
CREATIVE LIVING SPEAKERS SERIES 2019-2020
This grant was funded by the Ruth Frejd Memorial Fund held at the Foundation.
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For questions or more information about The Foundation’s annual grant opportunities contact Jake Schlicht, Manager of Grants and Scholarships at [email protected] or call 815-338-4483.