For 28 years, your Community Foundation of White County has spread impact into all corners of our little place in the world, embedding legacies deep into our roots that shape our communities, and will continue to do so for generations to come. In 2006, the Community Foundation of White County (CFWC) partnered with Diane Fishel-Hall, a native of White County, to rebrand our logo. Our office is headquartered in Monticello, but there can be a perception that we excl

At your Community Foundation of White County, collaboration is not just a strategy—it’s part of our culture. In philanthropy, success rarely comes from working alone. The most meaningful progress happens when people share ideas, combine strengths, and work toward a common goal. Our role as a community foundation often places us at the intersection of many different efforts happening across White County. Nonprofits, schools, government leaders, businesses, and volunteers are

Each year, your Community Foundation works behind the scenes to turn charitable gifts into meaningful support for our community. While grant awards are often the most visible part of that work, community grantmaking is a thoughtful process shaped by listening, collaboration, and careful decision-making. Foundation staff and volunteers spend time paying attention to what is happening across White County. This includes conversations with nonprofit leaders, reviewing local data