Report to the Community - 2023

To our community, friends, and donors...

Report to the Community

2023

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• Charles and Carol Orr Memorial Scholarship Fund

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• Cortland Community Library Endowment Fund

• DeKalb County Healthcare Professional Scholarship Fund • DeKalb County Veterans Recognition Fund • DHS Alumni Scholarship Fund

• Don and Nancy Pardridge Scholarship Fund

LEARN THE PURPOSE OF EACH FUND AT DEKALBCCF.ORG.

• Donna L. Laseman Catholic Education Fund • Elmwood Cemetery Endowment Fund • Jeri Delaney Memorial Fund

• Lt. Col. John R. and Phyllis McCormick Fund (late 2022) • Malta Township Public Library Endowment Fund • Samardzija-Gutesha Family Fund

• Sandwich Education Foundation Fund

• Somonauk Lions Club Charitable Impact Fund • Steven 'Mr. G' Griglione Scholarship Fund • Sycamore Orchestra Endowment Fund

• Wehrli Custom Fabrication Scholarship Fund

• Yvonne A. Johnson and Family Legacy Endowment Fund

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IMPACT INVESTING - DEKALB COUNTY Since 1993, the purpose of the DeKalb County Community Foundation has been unchanged: We invest in people and organizations that positively impact the quality of life in DeKalb County. We accomplish this by partnering with donors and responding to various needs and opportunities throughout DeKalb County.

In 2023, we embraced a new method of accomplishing our mission…local impact investing.

The Board approved our policy to provide investment capital into the local landscape, and we assembled a committee to oversee this work. We're excited to see the impact of various community projects as they develop in the years ahead. We hope this idea inspires your generosity and passion for DeKalb County's quality of life. To learn more or partner with us, please contact Dan Templin at 815-748-5383.

COMMUNITY IMPACT DEKALB COUNTY NONPROFIT PARTNERSHIP DCNP continues to strengthen nonprofit organizations in the county through professional development, grants, networking, and programs such as Give DeKalb County.

2023 IMPACT:  181 members

New Record! $1,808,235 RAISED!

GIVE DEKALB COUNTY

Give DeKalb County celebrated 10 years in 2023, shattering records and expectations. Since 2014, Give DeKalb County has raised $8.7 million through 41,487 donations to support local nonprofit organizations.

Thank you to the donors!

 50 unique professional development opportunities offered

2023 IMPACT:

 Nonprofit Day annual conference featured local and regional presenters

 New record amount: $1,808,235

 Record-breaking Give DeKalb County 2023

 8,306 donations

 142 participating nonprofits and Funds

 29,280+ cumulative service hours in the Internship Program. (A collaboration

 $221,205 Bonus Pool

between DCNP, the Center for Nonprofit Studies, and Career Services at NIU, supported by the Douglas C. and Lynn M. Roberts Family Foundation.)

Being a part of DCNP has been essential in my growth as a professional.

– 2023 DCNP Member

The Give DeKalb County event is a true blessing in our community.

– 2023 Donor

ESSENTIAL SKILLS IN YOUTH In 2023, the Community Foundation partnered with the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce and DeKalb High School to launch an innovative pilot program aimed at building essential skills (soft skills) among middle and high school students.

This 6-week pilot program supports the Foundation’s commitment to workforce development and building essential skills, which are indispensable for employers seeking to build their workforce. In addition to guest speakers (local employers), students were introduced to the Essential Skills Video Series, a valuable free resource offered to schools and organizations. Participating students received a Certificate of Employability, demonstrating their dedication to enhancing their essential skills.

This is a great program and was a good use of class time.

My students were engaged and actively participated!

– Scott Schumacher, DHS Teacher

YOUTH ENGAGED IN PHILANTHROPY YEP is a high school youth-led committee of the Community Foundation.

Members build essential skills while they learn about nonprofits, philanthropy, and grantmaking. In 2023, the committee experienced an increase in membership and grants distributed for youth impact.

2023 IMPACT:  88 teenage members represented 10 high schools, building friendships across DeKalb County  The committee distributed $17,225 in grants to 14 local organizations for youth impact

 Members gave of their time, with a combined 210 hours of volunteering between nine opportunities in the community

I gained a lot of confidence in leadership and connecting with others over youth issues. I’m glad I was able to be a part of YEP this year.

– 2023 YEP Member

GRANTS IN ACTION WATERSHED PLANNING UPDATE

2023 COMMUNITY NEEDS GRANTS

The Community Needs Grant program is supported through donor generosity to COMMUNITY IMPACT FUNDS at the Foundation. Thank you to the donors who made these grants throughout DeKalb County possible!

wa·ter·shed: an area of land

that drains or 'sheds' water into a common body of water like a stream, river or lake.

ARTS & CULTURE

Planning began for the Central South Branch of the Kishwaukee River Watershed earlier this year. This watershed covers 67,000 acres throughout Genoa, Kingston, and Kirkland. Watershed planning is essential for various environmental, societal, and economic reasons.

Support for this planning came from an IEPA 319 grant (secured by the DeKalb County Soil and Water Conservation District) and a $50,000 grant from the Community Foundation. Stay tuned for progress updates in 2024.

An additional Community Foundation grant financed new signage to identify and increase community awareness of waterways in this Central South Branch watershed.

Watershed planning not only creates comprehensive community plans, but also offers educational opportunities for public awareness, such as signage about local water drainage in neighborhoods and farmland.

- Dean Johnson, DeKalb County Watershed Coordinator

Cor Cantiamo ............................................................$2,500 Glidden Homestead & Historical Center ...............$12,500 Indian Valley Theatre .................................................$7,000 Kirkland Historical Society......................................... $8,500 Preservation of Egyptian Theatre .............................$2,470 Stage Coach Players, Inc. ..........................................$4,100

Total……$37,070

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT City of DeKalb Police Department ...........................$4,500 Genoa-Kingston Volunteer Fire ..............................$12,500 Genoa Township Park District ...................................$8,000 Hinckley Public Library District............................... $50,000 Kingston Police Department.................................... $6,790 Lee Community Fire Protection District................. $37,000 Sandwich Park District ...............................................$6,000

OPERATION CLEAN, SAFE, AND ACCESSIBLE Thank you, donors…YOU

make grants like this possible!

Somonauk Community Fire Protection District .......$7,000 Somonauk Public Library District ..............................$7,000 Town of Cortland .....................................................$19,200 Village of Malta ..........................................................$3,000 Village of Maple Park ..............................................$20,000

THE NEED Hope Haven’s roots were planted 37 years ago when PADS (Public Action to Deliver Shelter) began providing food and shelter to people experiencing homelessness in DeKalb County. In 1991, their board decided to stay open year-round and officially changed the name to Hope Haven of DeKalb County, Inc. In early 2000, Hope Haven moved into the new shelter at 1145 Rushmoore Drive, DeKalb, tripling the capacity to serve individuals and families. While the facility has undergone small updates, the bathrooms have deteriorated because of heavy usage, serving thousands of individuals over the past 23 years. This deterioration created both a safety and health concern for clients

THE SUPPORT Quotes for necessary materials were secured and asks for support went out. One request was to the Community Foundation for a spring 2023 Community Needs Grant. The grant was approved in the amount of $27,200. The Foundation grant, along with support from other grantors and donors, enabled Hope Haven to renovate the deteriorating bathrooms. Construction was completed in September 2023.

THE IMPACT With heavy-duty materials used for this project and the installation of a larger ventilation system, the integrity of the bathrooms will last for many years. In addition, the renovations provide safety, accessibility, and opportunity to the clients of Hope Haven. Clients can take daily hot showers in a clean and safe environment.

Village of Waterman ................................................$12,000

Total……$192,990

EDUCATION Bethany Preschool Center, Inc. .................................$1,310 Hiawatha Elementary School ..................................$12,500 Little Lambs Preschool ..............................................$6,500 Neighbors’ House .....................................................$3,360 Sycamore Sports Boosters ........................................$7,500 The Growing Place ....................................................$8,000

Total……$39,170

ENVIRONMENT & ANIMAL WELFARE Oaken Acres Wildlife Center ....................................$3,300

Total……$3,300

HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES Hope Haven of DeKalb County, Inc. ......................$27,200 Barb City Manor Retirement Home .......................$10,000 Elder Care Services of DeKalb County ...................$24,000 Equine Dreams ........................................................$15,000 Fox Valley Community Services ..............................$10,000 Girls on the Run of Northwest Illinois .......................$1,500 Kishwaukee Family YMCA ........................................$4,500

BEFORE

Open Door Rehabilitation Center ............................$9,000 Regional Access & Mobilization Project, Inc. (RAMP) .......................................................................$1,700 We Care Pregnancy Clinic .........................................$4,500

AFTER

Total……$107,400

AFTER

Total……$379,930

The Community Foundation exists to enhance the quality of life for ALL communities throughout DeKalb County. We do this by connecting people who care, with causes that matter.

FOUNDATION FAST FACTS: • $196,517 in total 2023 scholarships, awarded to students for continuing education

• $3.9 MILLION in 2023 grants (As of 10/31/2023)

Established in

1993

• $53.8 MILLION in grants and

• $57.7 MILLION in total assets

446

distributions awarded since 1993

(As of 10/31/2023)

Distinct Funds

CHARITABLE FUND TYPES COMMUNITY IMPACT FUNDS

DONOR ADVISED FUNDS Donor makes grant recommendations to eligible organizations.

Support the greatest needs in the community.

Provide awards to students for continuing education.

Provide support to a particular charitable cause or geographic area.

DONATIONS OF ALL SIZES MAKE A LASTING IMPACT IN DEKALB COUNTY!

Provide support to specific organizations in the community.

AGENCY FUNDS

SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS

FIELD OF INTEREST FUNDS

DESIGNATED FUNDS

Created by nonprofit organizations to provide income to support their mission.

WHERE DOES YOUR GENEROSITY FIT? If you're ready to start your Fund or have questions, please contact Dan Templin at 815-748-5383 or dan@dekalbccf.org.

Donate online to any Fund at dekalbccf.org or by check to the DeKalb County Community Foundation – 475 DeKalb Avenue, Sycamore.

2023 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Represent communities throughout DeKalb County

Kris Aves (Kirkland)

Shawn Blobaum (Waterman)

David Castle (Treasurer, DeKalb)

Michael Haines (Kingston)

Todd Hughes (Genoa)

Brenda Jergens (Malta)

G. Joseph Mitchell (Past President, DeKalb)

Regina Parker (Sycamore)

Manny Peña (Sycamore)

Michael Constant (Hinckley)

Jason Goode (Cortland)

Christine Johnson Mohammed Labadi (President, Shabbona) (DeKalb)

Dahlia Roman (DeKalb)

Jim Stoddard (Vice President, Sycamore)

Karen Grush (DeKalb)

Lisa Gudmunson (Somonauk)

Ann Lehan (DeKalb)

Photine Liakos M.D. (Sycamore)

Dan Templin (Executive Director, Secretary)

Justin Wegener (Sandwich)

FOUNDATION STAFF

From left: Barb King, Database & Special Projects Manager; Noah Nordbrock, Donor Services & Marketing Director, YEP Staff Advisor; Teri Spartz, Community Engagement Director; Sara Nickels, Administrative Manager; Dan Templin, Executive Director; Jolene Willis, Grants Director; Ben Bingle, DeKalb County Nonprofit Partnership (DCNP) Director; Alison Harris, Grants Manager; Kay Riley, Finance Director

DeKalb County Community Foundation 475 DeKalb Avenue, Sycamore, IL • 815-748-5383 • dekalbccf.org