The Will County Community Foundation, an affiliate of The Chicago Community Trust, has awarded grants totaling $125,000 to nonprofit organizations that serve the urgent and critical needs of the most vulnerable individuals and families in Will County.
Among the awardees are Easter Seals, Joliet Hospice, North Illinois Food Bank, CASA of Will County, Miracle League of Joliet, and etc.
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