A big thank you to Ms. Jana's Candy for creating delicious gift bags for our recent event. They looked amazing and tasted so good! Be sure to stop by their store on Montgomery Road in Aurora.

The Community Foundation is moving! Please update your records with our new address as of September 3. Thank you.

Today is International Youth Day! We would like to recognize and thank all of the members of YEP from the last five years. We appreciate your hard work, passion and dedication to making a difference in the lives of other youth in our community!

Don't miss out on the August newsletter from the Community Foundation. conta.cc/3X5ATQg Interested in receiving future updates? Sign up here: cffrv.org/communications…

Thank you to Valley Industrial Association of Illinois for hosting a fantastic Women of the VIA Breakfast. The event themed "Unleash the Wise Leader in You!" provided incredible networking and an amazing keynote presentation by Dr. Donna Marino on women in leadership roles.

Registration is now open for Forefront’s Annual Summit on September 25th in Chicago to commemorate 50 years of Forefront and highlight our collective progress toward a united and thriving sector. Register here: myforefront.org/annualsummit24/

A warm welcome to all of the new and returning Youth Engagement in Philanthropy (YEP) members. We enjoyed speaking with everyone at last night's orientation and can't wait to see the amazing things that this group will accomplish this year. Photos are available on Facebook.

The 2024 issue of Connections magazine is now available. This cover features several of the Community Foundation's 2024 scholarship recipients. The electronic version can be accessed on our website.

We have officially moved into our new space. Although we still have some finishing touches to take care of, it already feels like home. The new location offers plenty of parking and is easier for visitors to access. We look forward to welcoming visitors in the new space.

Mark your calendar, our scholarship application opens November 1. It's never too early to start thinking about college scholarships! Applying for a Community Foundation scholarship is a fantastic step toward reaching your academic goals. Visit our website for more information.

The LOI for our fall Discretionary Grant Cycle is due by September 30. Please visit our website for more information. cffrv.org/grantmaking-pr…

Philanthropy is for everyone, just ask our Youth Engagement in Philanthropy (YEP) members. They quickly learn that everyone, at any age, can make a difference and have a positive impact on the community. Athena Ly, YEP Alumni, shares a few thoughts on being able to give back.

The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley would like to congratulate TD Synnex on a successful golf tournament for their Share the Magic Fund this year! It's an honor to support the positive impact that TD Synnex's Share the Magic is making in our local community.

Yesterday was a beautiful night for the unveiling of the mural "Blue Eyes and Butterflies" in St. Charles for Kendall's Kindness. Catherine Tilly Design did an amazing job on the mural. Be the reason someone smiles today!

Don't miss out on the October newsletter from the Community Foundation. conta.cc/3Y1UC2q Interested in receiving future updates? Sign up here: cffrv.org/communications…

Mark your calendar for November 1 when our scholarship application becomes available! If you know anyone attending college or trade school next year, please share this great opportunity with them. #scholarships

October is National Estate Planning Month! Please let us know if you would like to learn more about how the Foundation can help you continue your charitable giving in this community for years to come. cffrv.org

The Richard and Jean Cibulskis Scholarship Endowment Fund was created by Jean several years before she passed away on February 17, 2024. This scholarship will support high school seniors and alumni from Rosary High School and Marmion High School. cffrv.org/profile/richar…

Do you know someone who is planning for college or trade school next year? Our Scholarship Application for the 2025-26 academic year will be available on our website on November 1, 2024. Students complete just one application. Visit cffrv.org for more information!