Community Foundation of Northern Illinois

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for the CFNIL Non-Profit Happy Hour! It was wonderful to connect with so many passionate nonprofit professionals, community leaders, and supporters who are making a difference throughout our region.

We appreciate the conversations, new connections, and shared commitment to strengthening our community. Thank you for taking the time to be part of such a great evening. We look forward to seeing everyone again soon!

We are proud to support Easterseals in advancing the health and well-being of children with disabilities and autism across Northern Illinois. Our grant funding helped create safer, healthier learning environments at Easterseals Academy in Machesney Park, IL and expand access to critical autism diagnostic services for children and families throughout the region.

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Are you a high school student interested in learning about leadership and philanthropy in your community? Are you interested in helping run a youth-serving grant cycle?

Join us on August 1, 2026 for the IYWT Info Bash to learn about the IYWT Council! Our new member application also opens that day. Stop by for snacks, games, and the opportunity to meet local youth who are committed to serving their community.

946 N. Second St, Rockford, IL 61107
August 1, 2026 | 10am-12pm
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Are you a high school student looking to make a difference and expand your leadership skills? Join us on August 1, 2026 (10am-12pm) for the In Youth We Trust (IYWT) Info Bash! Learn about the IYWT Council, discover how young people help guide funding decisions that support local programs, and explore ways to get involved. Applications for new council members open that day as well!

🎮 Fun activities
🍪 Free Snacks
🤝 Connect with other students

Come see how you can make an impact in your community!
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The Community Foundation of Northern Illinois was pleased to sponsor and attend the Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce's “An Afternoon with the new RPS205 Superintendent, Dr. Larry Huff” event! Dr. Huff’s excitement for our community and our children was clear from the start, and we look forward to working with him and the District 205 in the future. And congratulations to our friends at the United Way Rock River Valley for their much-deserved Partner in Education Award for their United for Literacy work!

Join us for our Non-Profit Happy Hour, a relaxed networking event designed to bring together nonprofit professionals, community leaders, supporters, and friends from across Northern Illinois. Guests are invited to enjoy complimentary food, drinks, and music while connecting with colleagues, sharing ideas, building relationships, and celebrating the important work being done throughout the region.

Event Details:
• Thursday, August 6, 2026 | 4–7 pm
• CFNIL 946 N Second St, Rockford, IL 61107
• Free event–open to local nonprofits, community members, and partners.

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Proud to support Family Counseling Services Specialized Therapies. 💙 We’re grateful for their dedicated team providing compassionate mental health care and strengthening our community every day. Thank you for the important work you do—we’re honored to help you in making a difference!

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📅 Save the Date! Join us on September 30, 2026 for the 815 Hunger Luncheon at its new location, Our Savior’s Lutheran Church. Last year’s event raised $82,305 to support the Greater Rockford Pantry Coalition and local hunger relief efforts. We hope you’ll be part of this year’s impact! 💙

SAVE THE DATE! This year's 815 Hunger Luncheon will be held at 12pm on September 30th, 2026 at its new location - Our Savior's Lutheran Church.

Help us make the same kind of impact as last year!

Because of supporters like you, we were able to raise $82,305 which all went back to supporting the Greater Rockford Pantry Coalition, which in turn supports our community!

Stay tuned for updates!

⭐Our Community Grants Program is Accepting Applications!

If your organization is working to strengthen our community, this is your opportunity to secure funding and expand your impact.

Applications are open June 25–August 20, 2026. 💡 Need help getting started? Join one of our upcoming work sessions to help guide you through the process:

• Evaluation Plan & Budgeting Workshops
• Application Work Sessions

We’re here to support you every step of the way. Learn more at: https://hubs.ly/Q04nR1gv0