Kirkland-Fairdale Fund – Better Together

It began as a generous thank-you gift from Kirkland resident Don Banks for the Community Foundation’s role with the Fairdale tornado recovery. It turned into a Fund dedicated to the communities of Kirkland and Fairdale. Kirkland representatives from the Foundation Board, past and present, led a series of fundraising efforts to increase the Fund size and recognize those who became charter donors with a $1,000 minimum contribution. An official Kirkland-Fairdale Community Endowment Fund agreement signing event occurred on May 12, 2022. Charter donors signed the agreement and commemorated the Fund at this event.

The Fund made its first grant to the Kirkland Recreation League in 2022. This $1,000 grant partially supported the field repair and improvement project of the ballpark.

As a Field of Interest Fund, the Kirkland-Fairdale Community Endowment Fund creates a way for the people of Kirkland and Fairdale to give back and invest in their community for generations.

“Kirkland and Fairdale may be small, but together, we can do great things here that will leave a lasting impression for generations. I’m proud of the people here and the commitment I’ve seen to supporting public and nonpro t entities that directly bene t Kirkland and Fairdale residents.”

Kris Aves, Kirkland Representative, Community Foundation Board

Fund founders and charter donors signed the agreement and commemorated the Fund at the May event.

Giving Back to the Community!

How Do I Create a Fund?

We connect people who care with causes that matter. Funds represent gifts from individuals, families, corporations, trusts, private foundations, and other nonprofit organizations.

Decide When to Give

Create your Fund now, in the future, or establish it in your will.

Decide What to Give

Almost any kind of asset can be used to start your Fund.

Choose the Name for Your Fund

Most Funds are named for the donor, donor’s family, or as a memorial to someone special.

Choose a Type of Fund

We offer a variety of Funds that are flexible to meet your charitable interests. See the following pages for a listing of Fund types and donors.

How Do I Donate?

Donations of any size can be made online at dekalbccf.org/donate, in person, or by mail to DeKalb County Community Foundation – 475 DeKalb Avenue, Sycamore, IL 60178. Please make checks out to DeKalb County Community Foundation and memo any gift direction.

Donors and Funds

Community Impact Funds

The broadest giving option. Supports the greatest needs in the community.

Field Of Interest Funds

Support a particular eld or geographic area.