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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF RED BUD |
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
OF RED BUD
"To be a catalyst for igniting generosity, serve as a resource and coordinator for charitable activities, and to advance the quality of life in our community."
Contact us at [email protected]
OF RED BUD
"To be a catalyst for igniting generosity, serve as a resource and coordinator for charitable activities, and to advance the quality of life in our community."
Contact us at [email protected]
RECENT NEWS
May 2026
The Community Foundation of Red Bud initiated a community tree-planting project by submitting a grant application for funding from the Sol System Community Impact Grant is partnership with the Southern Illinois Community Foundation. Sol Systems is a leading national solar energy firm and owner-operator of The Eldorado Solar Project in Saline County, Illinois.
The Community Foundation of Red Bud was awarded a $4500 grant and used this money to help with the purchase of 20 trees from The Davey Tree Expert Company. In cooperation with the City of Red Bud Parks and Recreation Committee, the trees have recently been planted throughout Ratz Park.
Pictured: Community Foundation of Red Bud members, City of Red Bud Mayor Susan Harbaugh, Tom Beshoar with The Davey Tree Expert Company and City of Red Bud Parks and Recreation Committee members.
The Community Foundation of Red Bud initiated a community tree-planting project by submitting a grant application for funding from the Sol System Community Impact Grant is partnership with the Southern Illinois Community Foundation. Sol Systems is a leading national solar energy firm and owner-operator of The Eldorado Solar Project in Saline County, Illinois.
The Community Foundation of Red Bud was awarded a $4500 grant and used this money to help with the purchase of 20 trees from The Davey Tree Expert Company. In cooperation with the City of Red Bud Parks and Recreation Committee, the trees have recently been planted throughout Ratz Park.
Pictured: Community Foundation of Red Bud members, City of Red Bud Mayor Susan Harbaugh, Tom Beshoar with The Davey Tree Expert Company and City of Red Bud Parks and Recreation Committee members.
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May 2026
The Community Foundation of Red Bud would like to congratulate Addyson Piel, Allyson Rohlfing, Addison Salger, Gracie Shemwell and Emerson Deterding. Each of these ladies received a $500 CFofRB scholarship. The CFofRB Scholarship fund was created to provide financial assistance to students pursuing post-secondary education in one the following fields: Agriculture, Health Care, Manufacturing and Business/Retail. CFofRB would also like to thank the local businesses and individuals who contributed to help fund these scholarships. If you are interested in helping fund future scholarships, go straight to our donation form here. |
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April 2026 America250 sign Located on the north wall of TuLayne's, this America 250 sign was made possible by a generous donation to The Community Foundation of Red Bud. The donation resulting from a fundraiser sponsored by Justine and Terry Liefer, Winnie and Carl Rehmer and Don Horrell. If you would like to contribute to future projects, go straight to our donation form here or visit our Facebook page. |
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October 2025
New Ratz Memorial Park sign
The Red Bud Park and Recreation Committee approached the Foundation to see if we would be willing to help with the cost of the new sign at the Park. The sign post was refurbished and repainted by members of the parks committee. The sign was made by Bob Sale of DE Signs. The Community Foundation of Red Bud is always looking for projects that will benefit larger segments of the City population. The Foundation was happy to be involved as Ratz Park is available to and used by many in the community. If you would like to contribute to future projects, go straight to our donation form here or visit our Facebook page.
July 2025
We’re proud to introduce Downtown Red Bud’s newest gem – our very own Pocket Park!
This inviting new space is nestled right in the heart of downtown behind City Hall – the perfect spot to relax, enjoy your lunch, or meet up with friends. With new seating & fresh landscaping, it’s a small space making a big difference. This project was made possible through a generous donation from the Voges family, with the Community Foundation of Red Bud proudly managing the project from start to finish. If you would like to contribute to future projects, go straight to our donation form here or visit our Facebook page.
Stop by, check it out, and help us celebrate this wonderful new addition to Red Bud!
We’re proud to introduce Downtown Red Bud’s newest gem – our very own Pocket Park!
This inviting new space is nestled right in the heart of downtown behind City Hall – the perfect spot to relax, enjoy your lunch, or meet up with friends. With new seating & fresh landscaping, it’s a small space making a big difference. This project was made possible through a generous donation from the Voges family, with the Community Foundation of Red Bud proudly managing the project from start to finish. If you would like to contribute to future projects, go straight to our donation form here or visit our Facebook page.
Stop by, check it out, and help us celebrate this wonderful new addition to Red Bud!
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February 2025
Thank you to Dieterich Bank for their generous donation to the Community Foundation of Red Bud. The money will be used to add shade structures to the area around the new splash pad. The picture includes bank employees, park board members and board members of the Community Foundation of Red Bud. If you would like to contribute to future projects, go straight to our donation form here or visit our Facebook page.
Thank you to Dieterich Bank for their generous donation to the Community Foundation of Red Bud. The money will be used to add shade structures to the area around the new splash pad. The picture includes bank employees, park board members and board members of the Community Foundation of Red Bud. If you would like to contribute to future projects, go straight to our donation form here or visit our Facebook page.
Directors: Jeremy DeMond (Treasurer), Jim Faust, Gerald Hanebutt (President)
Brenda Gilpatrick, and Mike Reed (Secretary)
Brenda Gilpatrick, and Mike Reed (Secretary)