Tom Jenkins and Katie McCord Jenkins, 2018 Philanthropists of the Year

Congratulations to Tom Jenkins and Katie McCord Jenkins, our 2018 Philanthropists of the Year! In honor of the McCord Family’s long-standing support of central Illinois, this annual United Way award is now named the McCord Philanthropists of the Year to recognize the legacy of Michel and Kay McCord. At the heart of their work, rooted in love, was a constant commitment to the community. Those honored with this award emulate the McCord’s values. Amy Epkins with Illinois Mutual Life Insurance Company, accepted the award at our October 5, 2018 Tocqueville Society Reception.

The Tocqueville Society is named in honor of 19th century French historian, Alexis de Tocqueville who made the important observation that Americans helped each other in times of need. He recognized, applauded and immortalized the voluntary spirit that lives in America’s heart and remains the foundation of the United Way. Continue reading →

The 2018 Heart of Illinois United Way campaign has raised $7,761,550 to-date. With more than 300 local companies and organizations participating in workplace campaigns, many are still in progress at the mid-campaign point.

Paul and Colleen DiGiallonardo, 2018 Campaign Chairs, were at South Side Office of Concern (a United Way Partner Agency) on Tuesday, October 30 to discuss the progress of this year’s campaign.

As the largest non-governmental funder of health and human care programs in central Illinois, the Heart of Illinois United Way is dedicated to investing our community’s charitable resources efficiently and in a way that leads to positive, sustainable impact.

Focused on education, financial stability and health needs, the Heart of Illinois United Way’s Community Impact Fund is a reliable and steady source of income for 47 partner agencies in central Illinois. Every program funded by the Community Impact Fund is scored and evaluated by local volunteers to ensure programs meet identified outcomes and goals.

Each year, approximately one-third of the central Illinois population is helped by Heart of Illinois United Way funded programs. Continue reading →