Do Something Great Awards - The Robert and Bev Ketenbrink Community Commitment Award Grant

Do Something Great Awards - The Robert and Bev Ketenbrink Community Commitment Award Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Heart of Illinois Community Foundation
Last Updated: March 12, 2026

Summary

The Do Something Great Awards, presented by the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation, recognize individuals, couples, or families who have demonstrated exceptional generosity and civic responsibility in Macon County. This award not only honors their contributions but also includes a $1,000 grant to the recipient's charity of choice. Celebrating 22 years of impactful philanthropy, these awards encourage community involvement and inspire others to engage in charitable acts.

Overview

About The Heart of Illinois Community Foundation is where generous families, individuals, companies and nonprofits make charitable dollars go the furthest for the permanent good of our community. We are a 501(c)(3) public charity comprised of more than 400 charitable funds created by people just like you. Those funds, and the gifts that started them, bear the mark of many donors, not just a select few, which differentiates us from a private foundation. 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 Robert and Bev Ketenbrink Community Commitment Award Honoring those who have made the great impact on Macon County through giving of their time, talents and/or treasures. Award presented to an individual, a couple or a family with a record of exceptional generosity, demonstrated outstanding civic or charitable responsibility, and leadership that has encouraged and motivated others toward roles in philanthropy. This award includes a $1,000 grant to the recipient's charity of choice.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. An individual, a couple or a family with a record of exceptional generosity, demonstrated outstanding civic or charitable responsibility, and leadership.Please provide details about their community involvement, the impact of their work, and how they embody the award's criteria. 2026 honorees will be announced in February.