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The Moline Regional Community Foundation (MRCF) and Old National Bank Wealth Management have partnered to award over $169,000 in grants to local Quad Cities nonprofits. The funding comes from the Dorothy and Bud Lundahl Charitable Trust, the Charles Deere Wiman Memorial Trust, and the Sheila Murphy Foundation. The grants will support various organizations serving the community, with MRCF administering the annual grant process.

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Quad Cities Nonprofits Receive Over $169,000 in Grants Thanks to MRCF and Old National Bank Partnership

MOLINE, IL – December 30, 2025 – Several Quad Cities nonprofit organizations are celebrating the new year with a significant boost, thanks to a collaborative effort between the Moline Regional Community Foundation (MRCF) and Old National Bank Wealth Management. The partnership has resulted in the distribution of over $169,000 in grants to area nonprofits, funded by the Dorothy and Bud Lundahl Charitable Trust, the Charles Deere Wiman Memorial Trust, and the Sheila Murphy Foundation.

“We truly appreciate our partnership with ONB Wealth Management to continue the legacy of generosity established by these individuals and families,” said Paul Plagenz, President and CEO of MRCF. “Their commitment to strengthening our community through the causes they care about will change lives for generations to follow.”

The grants will support a wide range of vital services, including those related to youth services, food insecurity, mental health, and individuals with disabilities. Grant recipients include Argrow’s House, Christian Care, Humility Homes & Services, River Bend Food Bank, YouthHope, Bethany for Children & Families, Big Brothers/Big Sisters of the Mississippi Valley, and many more. A complete list of recipients can be found on the MRCF website.

Joy Bihun, Vice President, Senior Trust Officer at Old National, praised MRCF’s knowledge of the local nonprofit landscape, stating, “Old National Wealth Management couldn’t think of a better partner to support the grantmaking process.”

According to Victoria Rodgers, Finance & Grant Administrator, “These awards provide vital support to essential organizations, transforming our community.”

The MRCF will administer the annual grant process and announce awards each December. Local nonprofits are encouraged to visit the MRCF website for information on future grant opportunities.

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