The Collinsville Area Community Foundation

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(CACF) works to enhance the quality of life for the communities of Collinsville school district by promoting impartial, unbiased and ethical philanthropy by bringing together people and resources for emerging school and community needs.

09/04/2026
09/03/2026

This afternoon CUSD10 welcomed members of the Collinsville Chamber of Commerce (IL) for their monthly networking lunch. Superintendent Dr. Skertich presented a State of the District update and answered questions. The Chamber has held their September luncheon at the CUSD10 Administrative Annex for the past few years to provide an opportunity for their members to hear firsthand about school district progress and projects.

09/02/2026
09/02/2026

Biblioteca: Investigación de la Escena del Crimen (CSI) – Excursión a SIUE
Sábado, 19 de Septiembre ⋅ 8:30 a. m. – 2:30 p. m.

Como parte de la serie de actividades "CSI: Library" (Investigación de la Escena del Crimen en la Biblioteca) dirigida a preadolescentes y adolescentes, se invita a los jóvenes de los grados 5 a 12 a una excursión a SIUE. Los participantes realizarán actividades prácticas de ciencia forense y recorrerán los laboratorios de la universidad; posteriormente, disfrutarán de un almuerzo y de una visita a la Biblioteca Lovejoy.

Es necesario inscribirse para este evento gratuito. Todos los participantes deben entregar el formulario de responsabilidad y el formulario de pedido de almuerzo completados para poder asistir a la excursión.

Se recogerá a los participantes en la Biblioteca de Fairmont City a las 8:45 a. m. y en la Biblioteca Collinsville Memorial a las 9:15 a. m. Se recomienda llegar a la biblioteca 15 minutos antes de la hora prevista de recogida para completar el registro y entregar toda la documentación necesaria al personal de la biblioteca.

El regreso a la Biblioteca Collinsville Memorial será aproximadamente a la 1:45 p. m., y a la Biblioteca de Fairmont City, aproximadamente a las 2:15 p. m. Los padres o tutores que deban recoger a los jóvenes por la tarde deben llegar a la biblioteca al menos 15 minutos antes de las horas estimadas de regreso, debido a posibles cambios en el itinerario el mismo día de la actividad.

La financiación para el proyecto Project Next Generation es proporcionada por el Instituto de Servicios de Museos y Bibliotecas de los EE. UU. (U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services) a la Secretaría de Estado/Biblioteca Estatal de Illinois, en virtud de las disposiciones de la Ley de Servicios y Tecnología Bibliotecarios (LSTA).

09/02/2026

Activities and events for September 2026!

So cool
09/02/2026

So cool

The public is invited to join the City of Collinsville Parks and Recreation Department for the Ribbon Cutting of the new All Abilities Playground at Glidden Park, which is happening at 11am on Thursday, September 24th!

This inclusive playground was designed for children of all abilities, backgrounds and circumstances and is meant to be a place where they can belong, thrive and play freely. The City's vision was to create an environment that fosters inclusivity, accessibility and joy for all.

"We are so pleased to open this playground," said Parks & Recreation Director Kimberly Caughran. "Glidden Park will continue to see future improvements including a replacement park shelter, which is being funded by a Madison County PEP Grant," according to Caughran.

Funding for this project was provided through the City of Collinsville, Illinois (Official), the Metro East Park and Recreation District, the Madison County PEP Grant, the Community Development Block Grant, Uptown Scoops, The Collinsville Area Community Foundation, Unlimited Play Playgrounds, Quintons Crafthouse, the Collinsville High School Leo Club, Collinsville Sunrise Kiwanis, Collinsville IL, Abstracts & Titles Inc. Collinsville, IL, Agavero Grill & Cantina, Scooter's Coffee, Colton's Steak House & Grill, the Gateway Grizzlies Baseball, Hero Handyman Pro and McDill's Irish Pub.

The Ribbon Cutting will take place at 11am and will include brief remarks by local officials and light refreshments.

Glidden Park is located off of Lebanon Road on the eastern edge of Collinsville.

CACF wants to recognize and thank CHS alumnus Bryan Kitley ('74) for his support of initiatives to improve our communiti...
09/01/2026

CACF wants to recognize and thank CHS alumnus Bryan Kitley ('74) for his support of initiatives to improve our communities. Through the Karyn Kitley Scholarship and a donation to the Diamonds for Kahoks project, future generations will benefit from his Kahok Pride and generosity.

If you'd like information on how you can create your own legacy through CACF, visit our website: www.collinsvillefoundation.com. CACF is a 501c3 tax-exempt organization serving the Collinsville, Maryville, Fairmont City and Caseyville communities.

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PO Box 506
Maryville, IL
62062

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+16183440381

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