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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Foundation
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Foundation needs your help to provide 47 high school students a college scholarship for the upcoming school year. The students and schools, both private and public are all from Kankakee County. I am asking for your support to help us with this goal. With colleges an expensive venture…
Read MoreJuly Board of Directors Spotlight: Tammy Sowder
July Board of Directors Spotlight: Tammy Sowder Tammy is a proud Kankakee County native whose deep roots in the community have shaped both her personal and professional journey. A graduate of Kankakee High School, she ventured beyond her hometown to pursue higher education but was ultimately drawn back by her strong family ties and a…
Read More2025 ComEd Powering the Holidays Program
2025 ComEd Powering the Holidays Program is now accepting applications. For the fifth year, ComEd has partnered with the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus to award grants of up to $2,500 for community-based holiday light events throughout ComEd’s service area. The program will focus on municipalities, townships, counties, and other local governments, as well as nonprofit organizations and…
Read MoreJuly Ambassador Spotlight: Sara Jameison
July Ambassador Spotlight: Sara Jameison Sara started her career as a CNA and worked in a nursing home before turning to Home Care. She first worked as a CNA for Home Helpers starting in 2015. Sara became the Office Manager in 2018. She now works as the Director of Operations. Sara is responsible for marketing,…
Read MoreLAST CALL: FOOD TRUCK FEST SPONSORS!!!
Happy Summer! We are less than 50 days away from our end-of-summer community celebration! Food Truck Fest is celebrating 5 years of fun and 150 years of Bourbonnais on Saturday, August 6th, from noon to 10 p.m. at The Grove – 700 Main St. NW! Don’t miss 20+ food trucks, national headline entertainment, daytime performances,…
Read MoreLearn More About DECO Grants
Illinois Grocery Initiative – Equipment Upgrade Program (Round 2) Program Details: This program, authorized by Public Act 103-0561, will provide grants for new energy-efficient equipment upgrades. Eligible Applicants: Existing independently owned, for-profit grocery stores, cooperative grocery stores, or not-for-profit grocery stores. Application Deadline: December 15, 2025 Apply Equitable Energy Future Grant Program Program Details: This program is intended to…
Read MoreLive music and fireworks on July 4th at KCC
Date: June 30, 2025 The tradition of celebrating Independence Day with live music followed by fireworks will continue Friday, July 4 along the south banks of the Kankakee River. The event will include three live music performances. Kankakee Community College gates open at 4:30 p.m., and admission is $20 per carload – cash only. All…
Read MoreKCC announces new coordinator for equity, diversity, and inclusion
Date: June 26, 2025 The new coordinator of equity, diversity, and inclusion at Kankakee Community College is Melany Villagomez. “Melany is passionate about student advocacy and nurturing a culture of belonging,” said Kendra Souligne, KCC director of financial aid and student engagement. “She will strive for not only the representation of all students, but to…
Read MoreClick Here to Explore Available Grant Opportunities
Explore Available Grant Opportunities $5 Million – Illinois Overflow and Sewer Grant Purpose: Supports local governments in addressing combined sewer overflows (CSOs), sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs), and stormwater management to improve water quality. Eligible Applicants: Government Organizations. · No match required for: o Rural communities (population < 10,000) o Financially distressed communities (population <30,000 with median household income <70% of…
Read MoreKCC registered nursing program graduate awarded The DAISY Award®
Cali Olshefski holds her DAISY Award® and sculpture on May 16, 2025.
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