Morton Impact Fund
The Fund Behind Our Annual Community Grants, Supporting Every Corner of Morton
The Morton Impact Fund is the cornerstone of the Morton Community Foundation’s ability to respond to the evolving needs of our community. Established during our original “Founder’s Campaign” in 2000, this unrestricted endowment provides the flexibility to address immediate priorities and future opportunities that cannot always be anticipated. Unlike designated funds, which are limited to specific purposes, the Morton Impact Fund allows the Foundation to direct resources where they are needed most—whether that’s supporting vital services, launching innovative programs, or meeting urgent challenges as they arise. Each year, this fund powers our Annual Community Grants Cycle, providing critical support to local nonprofits, schools, parks, libraries, and other organizations that keep Morton strong and vibrant.
Why is this Fund So Important?
Supports our Annual Spring Community Grants Cycle, helping local nonprofits, schools, parks, libraries, and more.
Gives us maximum flexibility to address urgent needs now—and invest in future opportunities.
Ensures that your gift will make a lasting difference, benefiting Morton for generations.
CLICK HERE to see our grant history
What Does Your Gift Support?
Grants from the Morton Impact Fund touch nearly every aspect of community life:
Arts & Culture
Education
Health & Human Services
Parks & Recreation
Community & Economic Development
Environmental Initiatives
…and more.
Your gift empowers the Foundation to respond to emerging needs, ensuring Morton remains strong, vibrant, and ready for the future.
Ready to Make an Impact?
To make a tax-deductible donation to this endowment fund, you can:
Donate by check: Make it payable to Morton Community Foundation and mail it to 135 S First Ave, Morton, IL 61550. Please write “Morton Impact Fund” on the memo line.
Make a tax-advantaged gift of stock…Visit our stock gifting page by clicking HERE.
Give online by clicking the button below.
Are you a Caterpillar Employee or Retiree?
The Caterpillar Foundation is proud to offer the year-round Matching Gifts Program to support their employees, U.S. retirees and board of directors in their contributions to worthy causes. Eligible Caterpillar participants may request an annual total maximum 1:1 match of $10,000 USD each calendar year to eligible charities to which contributions are tax deductible. The Morton Community Foundation is an eligible charity. So, if you are an eligible Caterpillar participant, you may submit any donations to this fund for an equivalent match, up to your total maximum of $10,000 per year. CLICK HERE to link to the Caterpillar Foundation’s Matching Gift website.