Maggie Bertram Foundation for the Fine Arts

Maggie Bertram Foundation for the Fine Arts The Foundation supports fine arts education at the K-12 level. Maggie was an artist, dancer and musician who was killed March 4, 2012 in a tragic car accident.

The Maggie Bertram Foundation for the Fine Arts honors aspiring artist, musician and dancer Mairead Anne (Maggie) Bertram, who died in a tragic car accident when she was only 16 years old. A group of people who loved Maggie have pooled their talent and effort into creating the Maggie Bertram Foundation for the Fine Arts. Only 16 years old, she had a brilliant smile, engaging personality and a warm

, warm heart. She embraced the arts and excelled at them. In her honor we do fun(d)raising efforts that support fine arts education at the K-12 level in Central Illinois. Our dreams are that our efforts won't have to stop there....and you can help by participating in our events, donating to our Foundation and praying for our success. Donations may be made to:
The Maggie Bertram Foundation for the Fine Arts
c/o Holy Family Parish
3720 N. Sterling Avenue
Peoria, IL 61615

03/15/2026

We have funds to support your school’s fine arts education program. And…our grant application is very easy so you can spend more time on your students. Currently our grants range from $1000 - $2500.

Grants & Scholarships In 2013, the Maggie Bertram Foundation provided financial support to its first school – the Holy Family Art Program. Now, each year, the Foundation provides thousands of dollars in grant money to area schools’ music and art programs. Hundreds of students’ Fine Arts educat...

A few months ago we announced that the 2026 MBF Irish Fest would be the last BIG Maggie Bertram Foundation fundraiser. A...
03/14/2026

A few months ago we announced that the 2026 MBF Irish Fest would be the last BIG Maggie Bertram Foundation fundraiser. And BIG it was! The Holy Family Men’s Club not only broke a record, they crushed a it - serving over 800 meals! I seriously don’t know how that team of volunteers does it week after week.

And since many of you have asked. I can say with great confidence that the MBF Irish Fest & Fish Fry will be back next year. Less fundraising. But still all the friends, family and fun.

Thanks to everyone who continues to believes in and supports the mission of the Maggie Bertram Foundation.

Here’s a better one… 💚🍻🇮🇪 Holy Family Parish School-Peoria
03/14/2026

Here’s a better one… 💚🍻🇮🇪 Holy Family Parish School-Peoria

We have just a few t-shirts left over.   And I mean a few.  Long sleeve ($25) - small and medium only. Short sleeve ($20...
03/14/2026

We have just a few t-shirts left over. And I mean a few. Long sleeve ($25) - small and medium only. Short sleeve ($20) - a few medium, 1 large, 1 XL. We’ll have available now thru 3/17.

03/14/2026
WE LOVE FLYNNS!!!! 💚🇮🇪 Flynn School of Irish Dance
03/13/2026

WE LOVE FLYNNS!!!! 💚🇮🇪

Flynn School of Irish Dance

The calm before the storm! ⛅️🇮🇪🍻Our crew was at the Holy Family Parish School-Peoria gym setting up tables for tomorrow....
03/13/2026

The calm before the storm! ⛅️🇮🇪🍻

Our crew was at the Holy Family Parish School-Peoria gym setting up tables for tomorrow. There’s still a lot left to do to turn this place into an Irish wonderland! ☘️

We can’t wait to see you all at IRISH FEST!!!

Happy Irish Fest Eve!! See you tomorrow. 🇮🇪🍻
03/12/2026

Happy Irish Fest Eve!! See you tomorrow. 🇮🇪🍻

🍻 New Silent Auction Item! 💚The Mike’s Tavern Basket is packed with small-town bar goodies—beer chips, koozies, and more...
03/12/2026

🍻 New Silent Auction Item! 💚

The Mike’s Tavern Basket is packed with small-town bar goodies—beer chips, koozies, and more! It also includes a FREE 4-team pass to their upcoming golf outing. ⛳

Support the kids and the fine arts and buy this basket!

We had a great time being interviewed yesterday for our upcoming Irish Fest fundraiser this Friday! ☘️🎶A huge thank you ...
03/11/2026

We had a great time being interviewed yesterday for our upcoming Irish Fest fundraiser this Friday! ☘️🎶

A huge thank you to The Greg and Dan Show for having us on and helping spread the word. We’re excited for a fun night supporting a great cause and celebrating all things Irish! 🇮🇪

We hope to see you at the party!!!

Greg and Dan talk with Ruthie Bertram about the upcoming Maggie's Irish Fest on Friday, March 13th from 4-9 PM at Holy Family School. She shares the story of...

🚨 New Auction Item Alert! 🚨Check out this 3ft x 5ft Guinness mirror — the perfect statement piece for your home bar, she...
03/10/2026

🚨 New Auction Item Alert! 🚨

Check out this 3ft x 5ft Guinness mirror — the perfect statement piece for your home bar, she shed, man cave, or garage! 🍻✨

Best part? Your bid supports K–12 fine arts education in our area! 🎭🎶🎨

Help us support young artists while taking home an awesome piece!!!

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2329 W Reservoir Blvd
Peoria, IL
61615

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