The Hunt for Foundation

07/04/2026

It was just two weeks ago we gathered in jubilee to celebrate the arrival of the Union soldiers in Galveston, Texas. On June 19, 1865, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed, and enslaved people were finally informed slavery had ended.

Since 2020, The Hunt For Foundation, in partnership with community leaders have proudly hosted our annual Juneteenth Festival, celebrating freedom, resilience, culture, history and our future. It truly takes a community to plan, organize, execute and finance this annual celebration. Each year we have intentionally hosted the celebration on June 19th regardless of what day it falls on. This is about honoring our history.

Each year our hearts are filled with gratitude, not only for our community, but also for our remarkable sponsors. Your passion, generosity, and belief in our mission makes this celebration possible.

First Presbyterian Church of Lincoln, Illinois
Faith Community Assembly
ME Realty
Heartland Community College
Lincoln Memorial Hospital
Michelle Bauer - Country Financial
Logan County Democrats/Progressives of Illinois
La Fête Entertainment
Roni B Photography & Private Photo Editor

To our vendors, thank you for being an important part of the festival. Your presence helped create a special experience for our community!

To our volunteers, we are sincerely thankful for each of you. Your time commitment, shared resources, and hard work made a meaningful impact on this year’s festival. We are sincerely grateful for your partnership and look forward to many more years of making history together.

Thank you all for standing with us!

06/24/2026

This is truly heartwarming 🥹🫶🏾
Thank you for consistently finding creative ways to engage with our community and for continuously showing your love and support. We are so thankful for you all❣️

First Presbyterian Church of Lincoln, Illinois

06/23/2026

Thank you Ronda Shelton for capturing these beautiful moments at Juneteenth Festival of Lincoln, IL❣️

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06/21/2026

We are so thankful for everyone who came out, celebrated and made Juneteenth special with us. It’s always rewarding to see the unity in community. Witnessing the youth, elderly, people with disabilities, and all those in between have collective joy at one event is truly uplifting!

Happy Juneteenth❣️
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06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth
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It’s finally here❣️Juneteenth has arrived, and it’s time to celebrate!

Today is more than a cookout, block party, or field day. It is a day of purpose. Today we remember those who suffered under chattel slavery. We honor those who fought for collective freedom, and continue to commit to the end of racism and white supremacy. It is a day to reflect on American history and honor the resilience, strength, and contributions of African Americans. It is a day to hold in tension the progress that has been made along with the grave inequities that still exist in our society.

While the Emancipation Proclamation was officially announced on January 1, 1863, it wasn't until June 19, 1865 that Union soldiers landed in Galveston, Texas, under the leadership of Major General Gordon Granger, to deliver the news that the Civil War had ended, and that slaves were now free.

Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration commemorating the emancipation of slavery. While Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021, generations have celebrated for many years before!

Today we celebrate a brighter future through community, education, unity, love, and understanding.

Happy Juneteenth
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06/18/2026

Tomorrow is the day❣️🎉

Come hungry and support some amazing local food vendors Juneteenth Festival of Lincoln, IL❣️

We’re excited to welcome:

• Torshanda Campbell
• A Taste of Lincoln
• Loo’s Sugar Buzz LLC
• The Daily Wrap

Join us this Friday, June 19 from 1 PM – 6 PM at Latham Park.

We can’t wait to see you there!
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06/18/2026

The countdown is on⏳🎉

The Hunt For Foundation’s Juneteenth Committee has curated an unforgettable, family-friendly experience filled with culture, community, education, and FUN for everyone!

We’ve expanded our Kids Corner (ages 5 and under) and added even more yard games and activities for the entire family to enjoy.

We’re also excited for the additional art activities provided by First Presbyterian Church of Lincoln, Illinois and Lincoln Arts Institute giving our Juneteenth Festival of Lincoln, IL attendees even more opportunities to create and express themselves.

And of course, our popular History Walk is returning! Take your time engaging in the journey through Black history, achievement, resilience, and freedom. ✊🏾

We are calling for you to bring your family, friends, coworkers, neighbors, and classmates. This celebration is for us all! The abolition of slavery is a reason to celebrate, and we’re coming together to honor our freedom, culture, and community.

It’s almost time to party!
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06/17/2026

🎓💦 DUNK FOR DEGREES! 💦🎓

This year, we’re excited to spotlight three outstanding graduates who have been selected to participate in our Dunk for Degrees Scholarship Fundraiser during the Juneteenth Festival!

These young leaders have been involved in Hunt For Foundation programming throughout the years and continue to demonstrate tremendous promise for the future. Through their positive mindsets, ambition, perseverance, and educational goals, they represent the very best of our community’s next generation.

Now it’s our turn to show up for them.

We invite everyone to come out, have fun, and support these deserving graduates as they prepare for their next chapter. For just $5, you’ll get 2 chances to dunk a graduate while helping raise funds for the HFF Scholarship Fund.

Our youth are worth investing in, and together we can help them continue their educational journeys.

Join us June 19 at Juneteenth Festival of Lincoln, IL and make a splash for a great cause! 🎓💧