Anonymous $800K Donation Transforms DeWitt County: Three Local Nonprofits Receive Generous Community Grants

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CLINTON, Ill. (WCIA) — On Tuesday, the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation revealed that a generous anonymous benefactor has donated $800,000 in community grants to benefit three nonprofit organizations in Clinton.

During a press event held on November 18 at the Clinton Community YMCA, HICF proudly announced the distribution of these grants. The funds, provided by what they termed an “anonymous angel donor,” are earmarked to enhance the resources available to the Clinton community.

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The Foundation emphasized that the donor’s intent is to bolster local groups dedicated to assisting children, families, and community members in need. This philanthropic gesture is to be delivered with discretion, humility, and deep appreciation, as per the donor’s wishes.

Neighborhood Care Center: $100,000, accepted by Cody Monkman, Network Director
Encore Services: $200,000, accepted by Stephanie Coonce, Executive Director
Clinton Community YMCA: $500,000, accepted by Rennie Cluver, Executive Director

The three Clinton organizations benefiting from these grants are:

“To Clinton: thank you for welcoming us so warmly this morning. Your spirit of collaboration and care shines bright, and we are grateful to play a small role in supporting the work you do every day,” HICF said in its Facebook post. “And to our angel donor, though you ask for no recognition, the light of your compassion is felt everywhere these gifts land. Today reminded us that angels truly do walk among us, quietly changing lives with grace and generosity.”