Aimed at invigorating the next generation of community and philanthropic leaders, the Young Philanthropists are becoming involved in philanthropy by working together to build an endowment fund called The Future Fund. Through annual contributions of $125 per person, the fund is being built so that annual grants may be made to interest areas that concern the members.
Social events for members make group membership a fun and inviting way to help our community. Events are typically held each year
in June and September, with a grant reception in December. This group is comprised of a cross section of the community who find value in grantmaking to local charitable causes and are working together to address community needs.
2012 Events
Thursday,
June 21 at the Orthopedic Center of Illinois - Membership drive
Thursday,
September 6 at Lincoln Memorial Garden - Family friendly event
Thursday,
November 29 at Edwards Place - Grant reception
View past grant awards
Download the brochure (PDF file)
Click here to print the 2012 membership form and send it to the Community Foundation office:
Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln
205 South Fifth Street, Suite 930
Springfield, IL 62701
You can also join online by visiting our Make a Donation page.
Young Philanthropists members:
- Must be over the age of 21 and "young at heart".
- Attend social events at unique local venues such as Henson Robinson Zoo, Brinkerhoff Home, Illinois State Museum and members' homes.
- Vote on the issue area that the grant will support each year.
- Make "giving back" part of their lives through a theme of leadership, friendship and philanthropy.
- Can volunteer to serve on the grant committee in the fall of each year.
- Must be generous, friendly, and want to have fun!
Steering Committee
Charles Joseph Pell, Chair
Jennifer Ascher
Tom Bayer
Sarah Beuning
David O. Edwards
Julie Zara