Community Foundation Celebrates Hancock County Grant Recipients
The Community Foundation and the Hancock Endowment Fund Council proudly announced the recipients of the Community Grant Program in Hancock County. Together, they recognized the impact of local generosity and the power of endowment philanthropy. These grants, made possible in part through the Hancock County Endowment Fund, support nonprofit organizations that enhance the quality of life for residents and strengthen the community as a whole. This year’s grant recipients include:
• Carl Sandburg College – Carthage Campus – Nursing Skills & Simulation Lab Update
• Food for Thoughts Hancock County – Week-End Meal Program
• Memorial Hospital – Bringing Lead Testing Home: Enhancing Rural Pediatric Care
The Hancock County Fund Council, a group of local representatives, carefully reviewed applications submitted by nonprofit organizations as part of the Community Foundation’s community grant program. After thoughtful evaluation, the Council made recommendations for funding to address key needs and opportunities throughout Hancock County.
“The Hancock County Endowment Fund is proud to support organizations that are working hard to improve the well-being of our residents,” said Amy Graham, Chair of the Hancock County Endowment Fund Council. “These grants represent the collective generosity of donors who care deeply about our communities and want to ensure Hancock County continues to thrive for generations to come.”
The Hancock County Endowment Fund is a permanently endowed charitable fund created exclusively for the benefit of Hancock County. Contributions to the fund are invested to grow over time, with grants awarded annually from the fund’s earnings. Since its establishment, the fund has continued to expand thanks to local donors, providing a lasting source of support for Hancock County. Guided by a local advisory council, the fund awards grants each year in areas such as arts and education, health and human services, and community betterment.
“The Hancock County Endowment Fund is an inspiring example of how endowment philanthropy can create lasting impact close to home,” said Kent Embree, Community Foundation Program Officer. “We’re grateful for the residents, volunteers, and donors who continue to invest in Hancock County’s future by giving to and advocating for this fund.”
Gifts to the Community Foundation for the Hancock County Endowment Fund are tax-deductible as allowed by law. The Community Foundation is a not-for-profit organization with 501(c)(3) status.
