The mission of the Galesburg Community Foundation is to enrich the quality of life in the local area by providing financial support to nonprofit organizations. Through funding, they aim to support projects and endeavors that make meaningful impacts within the communities they serve. They focus on enhancing community engagement, supporting sustainable initiatives, and fostering a supportive environment for the growth of nonprofits.
Capacity grants are designed to enhance the abilities, strategies, systems, and structures of organizations to increase their effectiveness and impact. These grants aim to strengthen organizations, enabling them to better achieve their missions and goals. Funding can be used for a range of purposes including equipment upgrades (excluding vehicles and building projects), professional development, strategic planning, endowment building, leadership development, planning activities, and board development. The grants also support improvements in internal operations, such as financial management, human resources, and volunteer management.