In the News

Three Local Businesses Support Philanthropy
CF Release - July 14, 2010

The Community Foundation of the Quincy Area has awarded grants totaling more than $17,000 to eight organizations, thanks to the generosity and foresight of three local businesses - a law firm, a manufacturer, and a bank. Each established funds with the Community Foundation to provide a permanent source of support for charitable organizations and causes in the community.

Scholarship and Teacher Award Recipients
CF Release - June 24, 2010

The Community Foundation of the Quincy Area has awarded six student scholarships and one teacher recognition award. The awards are funded from permanently endowed funds held with the Community Foundation. The funds provide the annual scholarships at an accredited post-secondary institution for a graduate of each respective high school. One fund also provides a teacher award. A portion of the earnings is reinvested in the funds for continued growth to provide future scholarships and awards.

Pike County Endowment Fund
CF Release - May 19, 2010

Individuals and businesses joined together on the Pike County Courthouse lawn Tuesday, May 18 to announce the establishment of the Pike County Endowment Fund. The fund will serve as a permanent endowment benefiting Pike County residents for generations to come. Grants from the fund will support charitable organizations, projects and programs in the county.

Kathy Ridder Awarded the 2010 Joe Bonansinga Award
CF Release - April 21, 2010

A Quincy woman recognized for her willingness to help the community says her efforts are nothing special.

Barry Community Endowment Fund
Media Release - March 28, 2010

On March 20th, the Barry Development Foundation made a donation to the newly formed Barry Community Endowment Fund. The $3,800.00 donation came from the proceeds of the organizations recent Trivia Night & Silent Auction. The donation will boost the total balance of the fund to $5,500, meeting the amount needed to mature the endowment fund. The foundation will continue its effort to grow the community endowment fund through fundraisers and donations.

Grant applications available
CF Release - March 17, 2010

The Community Foundation of the Quincy Area is accepting applications for its 2010 Competitive Grant Programs. Nonprofit organizations must have IRS 501(c)(3) status classification to apply. Applications are due June 1.

2010 Board Members
CF Release - March 1, 2010

Sixteen individuals who are leaders in their communities have been elected to the Community Foundation of the Quincy Areas Board of Directors. Among them, they serve nearly 50 community, civic and not-for-profit organizations in their hometowns, counties, or the tri-state region. Nearly all currently hold or have held leadership positions in those organizations.

Community Foundation hosting Grant Application Programs
CF Release - February 9, 2010

Nonprofit organizations from the tri-state area interested in seeking grant funds from the Community Foundation of the Quincy Area in 2010 are encouraged to attend one of three Grant Information Workshops offered in February. Programs are scheduled in Quincy, Ill.; Hannibal, Mo. and Mt. Sterling, Ill.

Nearly $19,000 Awarded to Support Youth Activities
CF Release - January 6, 2010

Samantha Otte lived a short but significant life in 10 years. Those who knew and loved her were touched by her spirit and spark. Those who did not have that privilege have witnessed how Samanthas indelible imprint spurs family and friends to honor her life by helping others.

Twelve organizations receive grants
CF Release - November 16, 2009

Today charitable causes get a boost from the Community Foundation of the Quincy Area. Twelve nonprofit organizations share the spotlight as grants are awarded from the Katherine Broemmel Endowment for the Arts Fund and the Paul H. & Anne B. Gardner Memorial Fund.

Grant Funds Awarded
CF Release - September 17, 2009

The Community Foundation of the Quincy Area awarded 10 grants from unrestricted endowments totaling $10,500 to nonprofit organizations that represent a wide range of local, charitable interests. The checks from unrestricted endowment funds were awarded during an awards presentation today at Douglass Community Services, Hannibal, Missouri.

Scholarships Awarded
CF Release - August 24, 2009

The Community Foundation of the Quincy Area has awarded four student scholarships and one teacher recognition award. The awards are funded from permanently endowed funds held with the Community Foundation and a portion of the earnings provides the annual scholarships at an accredited post-secondary institution for a graduate of each respective high school. One fund also provides a teacher award. A portion of the earnings is reinvested in the funds for continued growth to provide future scholarships and awards.