What's going on with the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation

HICF Celebrates 25th Anniversary

As we celebrate and reflect on 25 years of growing the quality of life in our region, we are incredibly grateful to those who have made it possible - our donors, volunteers, supporters, professional partners and nonprofit organizations.

Scholarship Programs

Because of donor generosity, the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation supports Scholarship Programs for Workforce Development, Adult Students, and Graduating High School Seniors in Macon, Piatt, and Moultrie Counties.

Untold Stories

The Untold Stories program’s vision is to promote a fuller understanding of history as a contribution to conversations about racial equity and social justice.

News & Events

HICF Pondelick Grants 2025 Group w Check

Leo and Anne Pondelick Endowed Fund Grants $32,000

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$150,000 DAF grant for DPS Prep Academy

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Book vending machine unveiled at Sullivan Elementary School

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By The Numbers

Check out donor impact in our communities!

$60 million

Total Assets

$61.6 Million

Total Grants Awarded Since 2000

(and still growing!)
$3.7 Million

Awarded in grants and scholarships in 2025

As of April 22, 2025
4,450

Donors

since 2017
400+

Funds

managed
$1.5 Million

Awarded to 77 Nonprofits

in April, 2025

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