Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation

Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation The Community Foundation is a nonprofit corporation that is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization that manages permanent and non-permanent charitable assets.

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🎓 Save the Date! The Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation’s 2026 Scholarship Cycle officially opens on January 20,...
12/23/2025

🎓 Save the Date!
The Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation’s 2026 Scholarship Cycle officially opens on January 20, 2026.
Each year, our scholarships help students across southeastern Illinois pursue higher education and invest in their futures. We’re proud to support the next generation of leaders, innovators, and changemakers in our communities.
📅 Mark your calendar and stay tuned for application details.
🔗 Learn more at southeasternillinois.org

As we celebrate the holiday season, our office will be closed December 24–26 in observance of Christmas.We wish you and ...
12/22/2025

As we celebrate the holiday season, our office will be closed December 24–26 in observance of Christmas.
We wish you and your loved ones a joyful, peaceful holiday and look forward to connecting again soon. 🎄

Illinois donors now have a powerful new way to give back locally. Beginning in 2025, the Illinois Gives Tax Credit Act o...
12/19/2025

Illinois donors now have a powerful new way to give back locally. Beginning in 2025, the Illinois Gives Tax Credit Act offers a 25% Illinois state income tax credit for qualifying gifts to permanent endowment funds held by community foundations. These gifts create lasting support for Illinois communities while helping donors maximize the impact of their generosity. The Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation is here to help donors navigate this opportunity and build a legacy that strengthens our region for generations to come

12/18/2025

Mark your calendars—our Scholarship Showcase is right around the corner!
Join us on January 15 at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center to explore local scholarship opportunities and connect with Eastern Illinois University, Lake Land College, and ISAC representatives.
Students and families from Coles, Moultrie, and Shelby Counties are invited to learn about financial aid, discover thousands of scholarships, and take the next step toward their education goals.
Your future is full of possibilities—come learn what’s available to you.

The Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation proudly celebrates the leadership and service of Chuck Deters, who will r...
12/16/2025

The Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation proudly celebrates the leadership and service of Chuck Deters, who will retire at the end of 2025 after years of dedicated commitment to the Foundation and our region.
Throughout his career, Chuck has demonstrated remarkable vision and community spirit—from growing Dieterich Bank from $187 million to over $1.2 billion in assets, to championing initiatives that strengthen our communities through the Foundation, Effingham Growth Alliance, and Lake Land College Board of Trustees.
As incoming Board Chair Mel Stock shared, “Dedication and commitment have been synonymous with Chuck's years of service to the Community Foundation. His passion for growing the Foundation leaves a lasting impact on those who are benefactors.”
Please join us in celebrating Chuck’s legacy of leadership and his enduring impact across Southeastern Illinois.
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12/12/2025

This season, we are especially grateful for the generosity of our donors.
Your holiday giving helps strengthen our communities and support the causes that matter most across Southeastern Illinois.
Thank you for making a lasting impact.

12/10/2025

How do Donor-Advised Funds work?
At Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation, donor-advised funds (DAFs) offer a flexible, meaningful way to support the causes you care about—right here in our community.

Here’s how they work:
🔹 You make a charitable contribution — and receive an immediate tax deduction.
🔹 Your gift is invested for growth — allowing your impact to strengthen over time.
🔹 You recommend grants — when you’re ready, to nonprofits and community programs that matter most to you.
🔹 We handle the administration — due diligence, financial management, and grant distribution, so you can focus on giving with purpose.

DAFs are a powerful tool for families, individuals, and businesses looking to create long-term, community-centered impact. Whether you want to respond to emerging needs or plan for the future, a donor-advised fund offers the flexibility to give when the moment is right.

🌱 Your generosity today becomes tomorrow’s community investment.

Learn more: southeasternillinois.org

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2201 Willenborg Street
Effingham, IL
62401

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Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

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