Faith communities build enduring legacies

Faith communities have always played a vital role in caring for others and creating community. Now, a growing number of local faith communities are partnering with the Quad Cities Community Foundation to ensure their missions thrive for generations to come.

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Will Van Camp
Empowering artists and building a more vibrant Quad Cities

For more than 55 years, Quad City Arts has helped shape the cultural identity of the Quad Cities region through public art, education, and community partnerships. By partnering with funders like the Quad Cities Community Foundation through grantmaking and the creation of an endowed fund, Quad City Arts is making sure their mission continues for decades to come.

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Will Van Camp
A lifeline for local families

In the Quad Cities, the rising cost of childcare is among the most pressing challenges facing working families. But community nonprofits are stepping up to respond—and leading the way is Project NOW, a grant recipient of the Quad Cities Community Foundation.

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A legacy of conservation and community

Spanning 1,621 acres, Loud Thunder is the largest forest preserve in Rock Island County, Illinois, and a cherished natural haven for residents and visitors alike. The roots of the natural area extend back to 1944 and philanthropy is helping it grow today.

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Will Van Camp
How the Charitable Act can help transform philanthropy

The Charitable Act, a bipartisan piece of legislation recently reintroduced in Congress, proposes a major incentive to encourage Americans to support nonprofits. By allowing all taxpayers to once again deduct a portion of their charitable giving, the policy aims to revitalize a culture of generosity and philanthropy.

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Will Van Camp