Do Something Great Awards - The Preston Jackson Arts Award Grant
Heart of Illinois Community Foundation
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Do Something Great Awards - The Preston Jackson Arts Award Grant
Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Heart of Illinois Community Foundation
Last Updated: September 21, 2025
Summary
The Do Something Great Awards, sponsored by the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation, celebrates individuals making a significant impact through philanthropy and creativity in Macon County. Among these, the Preston Jackson Arts Award honors those who take risks and support the arts, showcasing their contributions to the community. This program has recognized impactful figures for over 22 years, emphasizing dedication and transformative efforts in the local arts scene.Overview
Do Something Great Awards The Do Something Great awards program honors remarkable individuals who’ve made a significant impact through their generosity, skills and dedication to transforming Macon County. The Heart of Illinois Community Foundation (HICF) has sponsored this program for the past 22 years. The Preston Jackson Arts Award Award honors creators, conceivers, radical thinking and risk-takers providing philanthropic support to the arts in Macon County.Eligibility
You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Creators, conceivers, radical thinking and risk-takers providing philanthropic support to the arts in Macon County.Please share highlights of the nominee's specific contributions and which award you're nominating them for. Please provide details about their community involvement,Focus Areas & Funding Uses
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