Grants Awarded in 2020

Bloomington High School Promise Council- $2,000

“Lights on at BHS” will provide a year-round safe, inclusive environment for events and activities that will engage students, educate them on the opportunities in the community, and empower them to make changes in their lives and the world around them.

Fostering Dignity- $600

“Backpacks for Youth” provides backpacks to Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) investigators to give children being removed from their homes so that they can carry their belongings, eliminating the use of a garbage bag.

Muscular Dystrophy Association- $1, 195

“MDA Summer Camp” is a week-long summer camp where children aged 6-17 living with muscle diseases can enjoy a safe outdoor experience with a variety of adaptive activities, allowing them to stretch their comfort zones and become more independent.

Sunnyside Community Garden & Food Forest- $2,880

“Growing Up!” will provide teens and pre-teens the opportunity to focus on leadership skills while enhancing their gardening skills; in turn, they will pass on their gardening to youth (K-5) from the Boys & Girls Club in the Grow Your Garden program throughout the spring and summer.

YWCA of McLean County- $1,645

“Anti-Bias Education” education local school children about racism, sexism, ableism and more with the goal of eliminating bullying and creating a more inclusive environment that understands and celebrates diversity not only at school, but in the community at large.