Funds to improve our Community
BOYD & PHYLLIS PALMER DESIGNATED FUND
Five specific charities will receive a generous annual grant from this Fund established by Boyd and Phyllis Palmer.
EMPOWERED WOMEN OF STARVED ROCK COUNTRY MURAL FUND
Community mural in downtown LaSalle to honor women who have made significant contributions to Starved Rock country.
GREEN*STOCK*TEEN FUND
The “Green*Stock*Teen” Fund was established to provide a gift to teens ages 13-19 who may not otherwise receive a holiday gift.
LAMB FAMILY FUND FOR ABILITY & ADAPTION
The purpose of the Fund is to make charitable grants to local organizations who serve individuals living with physical disabilities.
LITTLE FREE LIBRARIES
OAKLAND CEMETERY PRESERVATION FUND
Honor those who are buried there by contributing to the continual upkeep of the grounds.
PRINCETON MAIN STREET REVITALIZATION FUND
Princeton Main Street Revitalization Community Fund
Invest in Princeton’s future while protecting its past!
SENECA COVID-19 FUND
Funds are designated to residents of Seneca, IL.
SUSAN THORNTON DONOR ADVISED FUND
Susan Thornton, a well respected and well-known philanthropist throughout Central Illinois and beyond, established her fund in partnership with the SRCCF to make grants to local charities and arts-centric organizations in the region.
ILLINI STATE PARK FOUNDATION FUND
The Illini State Park Foundation Fund was created to accept donations to provide financial support for the Illini State Park and the Illinois Fallen Soldier Tree Memorial, both located in Marseilles, Illinois.
KARL’S KRUSADERS FUND
The Karl’s Krusaders Fund will be used to improve athletic programs and equipment at local schools, and in time, fulfill the dream to create an indoor sports complex in the Mendota, Illinois community.
DANNY NELSON MEMORIAL FUND
All proceeds are contributed to charitable organizations to be used in the community that Danny was so fond of.
FLAGS OF FREEDOM
“Flags of Freedom” stand in tribute to the men and women who serve or have served our country. They are a reminder of the sacrifices made to keep our Nation free.
HERITAGE HARBOR DOG PARK
Heritage Harbor Ottawa created a new, pet and owner-friendly, dog park on the grounds of Heritage Harbor Ottawa.
LAMB FAMILY FUND FOR CROTTY PARK PLAYGROUND
This fund provides a variety of equipment at the playground that allows children of any ability to play alongside one another.
MARGARET MESSER MEMORIAL FUND
Provides grant funding to organizations that support Margie’s most cherished values – people of faith, mothers and children.
OTTAWA AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT LEADERSHIP FUND
The DAF is a flexible, efficient way to facilitate charitable contributions from the Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce.
ROBERT M ESCHBACH LEGACY FUND
Your contribution will assist in the growth of the Fund, which is specifically designated for the continued aesthetic, cultural and economic development of Ottawa.
STARVED ROCK COUNTRY COVID-19 RESPONSE FUND
provides financial assistance to non-profit agencies working to combat the effects of the Coronavirus. $50,000 distributed in first-round funding.
ZERO FOR HEROES
The Zero for Heroes Fund will provide a dog or cat from a local shelter to a Veteran living with PTSD.
FOR THE LOVE OF STARVED ROCK
Team up. Help out. Enjoy:
WOMEN INSPIRED NETWORK
Women Inspired Network is a charitable giving circle of local philanthropic women who make annual contributions to empower and enhance the quality of life throughout our community. WIN is a component fund of the Starved Rock Country Community Foundation whose mission is to “connect people who care with causes that matter.”
DISASTER RELIEF
The SRCCF Disaster Fund enables us to provide financial support to area non-profit agencies who support residents in need.
FOTA
Supports the juried art show and arts festival to be held in Ottawa in 2021.
JOHN ROSS DONOR ADVISOR FUND
Thanks to the generosity of John Ross, a member of the Ransom agricultural community, several local charities receive significant grants from John's fund each year.
LIGHT UP OTTAWA
Light Up Ottawa aims to partner with the City to bring enhanced lighting to Ottawa.
MARY UTHOFF MEMORIAL WALKWAY
Continued financial support is greatly appreciated!
OTTAWA/NAPLATE DISASTER RECOVERY FUND
Financial donations continue to be accepted by the SRCCF to assist individuals, families and businesses impacted by the February 2017 tornado
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STRONG TOWNS
CAPTAIN THOMAS JOHN HEITMANN MEMORIAL DONOR ADVISED FUND
Captain Thomas John Heitmann had many ideas and dreams to give back to so many. Grants to make some of those dreams come true will be made from the Fund.
SENECA HISTORICAL GUILD FUND
The Seneca Historical Guild has established a Growth Endowment Fund for the Guild with the Starved Rock Country Community Foundation on the power of $10,000 in lead-gift donations.
LEADERSHIP FUND FOR NOW
YOUR UNRESTRICTED DONATION TO THE LEADERSHIP FUND FOR NOW IS JUST THAT, A GIFT FOR NOW. IT ENABLES US TO OPERATE, PROVIDES FUNDS FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION TO AREA AGENCIES AND CHARITABLE INITIATIVES AND HELPS US BUILD THE CORE ADMINISTRATIVE FUND. THE LEADERSHIP FUND FOR NOW IS MADE UP OF UNRESTRICTED DONATIONS, EARNINGS ON INVESTMENTS, AND ADMINISTRATIVE FEES. THIS IS WHERE WE NEED YOUR DONATION THE MOST.