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Freeport Community Foundation
Freeport Community Foundation Announces Change to Grant Cycles: Accepting Applications for 2023 Community Needs Grants
The Freeport Community Foundation will be accepting grant applications for its now once-annual 2023 Marvin / Wilson Community Needs grant beginning January 30…

Press Release: Freeport Community Foundation Elevates Michelle DeHaven-Quast to CEO
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Sarah Flashing-Clow, Community Relations Director Phone: (815) 801-3035 Email: pr@freeportcf.org The Freeport Community Foundation Board of Directors is delighted to announce that Michelle DeHaven-Quast has been appointed to the role of...

Press Release: Freeport Community Foundation Awards More than $30,000 in Grants to 20 Regional Food Pantries
The Freeport Community Foundation (FCF) has awarded grants to regional food pantries totaling more than $30,000…

Open House at New Location
Join us for an Open House! Freeport Community Foundation has moved to 1525 S. Forest Rd, Suite 200 in Freeport. Your invited to come visit with us, see our new home, and enjoy some light apps. We hope to see you there! Address: 1525 S. Forest Rd., Suite 200 (Second...

Press Release: Freeport Community Foundation Announces Fall 2022 Grants to 14 Northwest Illinois Nonprofits
The Freeport Community Foundation (FCF) Board of Directors announced today the recipients of its Fall 2022 Matt Marvin Community Needs granting cycle. Fourteen regional non-profit organizations (NPOs) were awarded a total of $97,756.

Press Release: Bridges to the Future Gala Celebrates Regional Nonprofit Leaders for Vital Work in their Communities
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Michelle DeHaven, Executive Director Phone: (815) 801-3035 Email: fcfdirector@freeportcommunityfoundation.org [FREEPORT, IL – August 8, 2022] – The Freeport Community Foundation is pleased to announce the 1st Annual Bridges to the...

Bridges to the Future Awards Gala: Register to Attend
Please join the Freeport Community Foundation for the Bridges to the Future Gala in The Crib at The Muse on Cedar Creek. We will recognize the 2022 Matthew Marvin Community Impact Award recipient, present the new Craig Wilson Environmental Stewardship Award, and share...

Freeport Community Foundation Accepting Grant Applications for Fall Grant Cycle
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Michelle DeHaven, Executive Director Phone: (815) 801-3035 Email: fcfdirector@freeportcommunityfoundation.org [FREEPORT, IL – July 12, 2022] – The Freeport Community Foundation will be accepting grant applications for its fall 2022...

Drogosz Youth Substance Abuse Prevention/Treatment Fund Grant Cycle Open
[FREEPORT, IL – June 8, 2022] – The Freeport Community Foundation (FCF) John M. Drogosz Youth Substance Abuse Prevention/Treatment Memorial Fund will accept 2022 grant applications beginning Friday, July 1. Online applications will be accepted through Noon, Friday,...

Freeport Community Foundation Expands Marketing Team to Carry on Mission
[FREEPORT, IL – May 3, 2022] – The Freeport Community Foundation welcomes Sarah Flashing as the newest member of the FCF team. In her role as Community Relations Coordinator, Sarah will be responsible for carrying out the Foundation’s marketing & communications...