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Illinois Prairie Community Foundation connects generosity to local impact by stewarding resources, cultivating partnerships and fostering equity across our region. We empower individuals, families and organizations to create meaningful change — today and for generations to come.

News

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Normal Residents Named Philanthropists of the Year

To Be Honored at Philanthropy Lunch on Nov. 13 BLOOMINGTON — Normal residents David Bentlin and Carolyn Yockey ...

Free Fall Forum to Focus on Local Maternal Health Care

BLOOMINGTON – A public forum offering a look at the state of maternal health care in Central Illinois ...

IPCF Accepting Grant Applications in September

Women to Women, Environment & Nature and Youth Engaged in Philanthropy Grants BLOOMINGTON – Illinois Prairie Community Foundation’s ...

Success Stories

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A prairie with with wildflowers, grass and trees.

First Presbyterian Church in Normal Adds a New Prairie

The First Presbyterian Church native prairie features plants that support pollinators, improve soil health and restore natural beauty. ...

Camp Invention Sparks Curiosity, Boosts STEM Skills in Lincoln

Campers at Camp Invention in Lincoln prepared to hatch a mysterious animal egg by immersing it in water. ...

Why Mattress Trash is Treasure for This Bloomington Nonprofit

A mattress and box springs are left on the curb in Normal. Kernovate is a Bloomington nonprofit trying ...

Events

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Women to Women Fall Forum – October 13, 2026

4:30 – 6 p.m. Tuesday, October 13, 2026 A free public forum at the Illinois State University Alumni ...