Meet Our 2024 Non-Profits

Western Illinois Animal Rescue, Inc. (WIAR) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We were founded in 2000 by a group of caring citizens from Warren County, Illinois who wanted to help animals in need. WIAR is a “NO KILL” organization. We do not euthanize any of the animals in our care unless it is medically our only option. We are 100% volunteer-operated.

The Support Group for African American Affairs (S.G.A.A.A.) is dedicated to providing resources and opportunities that empower African Americans and other groups committed to their advancement in Knox County. Our goal is to support educational, economic, and social initiatives that promote equality and success for all members of our community.

Stone-Hayes offers services at no cost to individuals. In addition to our core services, we have a durable medical equipment (DME) loan program, Dee's Closet, in honor of one of the founding members, Dee Stone. We accept donations of DME in good condition and in turn loan that equipment out to individuals in need at no charge. In addition to donations of DME, we also accept cash donations to help us further our mission of supporting individuals with disabilities to live independently, safely and successfully.

Our mission is to speak up for and support the best interests of abused and neglected children in the court system. We are a non-profit organization founded locally in 1994. CASAs are assigned to abuse, neglect, and dependency cases in Knox County, Warren County, Henderson County, and McDonough County, of Illinois.   CASA of West Central Illinois is a member of the National CASA Association, the Illinois CASA Association, the United Way of Knox County, and the United Way of Warren County.

Foster’s Voice, Inc. was founded by Kevin and Jaime Atwood, on July 30th, 2017, nine days after their son, Foster, died by suicide.  He was only 19 years old.   Our mission is to end suicide and the stigma around mental illness by improving the conversations and creating awareness, action and hope!

Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's® is the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease.

While there is no fee to register for Walk, all participants are encouraged to raise critical funds that allow the Alzheimer’s Association to provide 24/7 care and support and advance research toward methods of prevention, treatment and, ultimately, a cure.

We envision an inclusive community rooted in liberation where all persons can exercise their civil and human rights without discrimination. We are committed to a world without racism where Black people enjoy equitable opportunities in thriving communities.

In advocacy, we work to make sure Black voices are heard, demands are met, and Black excellence is amplified. From classrooms and courtrooms to city halls and Congress, our network of members across the country works to secure the social and political power that will end race-based discrimination.

ROSC-ISN established networked, geographically distributed ROSC Councils that assist communities with building local recovery-oriented systems of care and that can network with the statewide ROSC. 

ROSC Councils build collaborations in their communities that connect everyone who can support recovery. This may include local hospitals, primary care, mental health, law enforcement, local business owners, local government representatives and policy makers, persons with lived experience and SUD intervention, treatment, prevention, and recovery support service providers.

The mission of Safe Harbor Family Crisis Center is to support and respond to the needs of survivors of domestic violence and their dependents in the effort to avoid further abuse.

While you may not have control over another person’s violent behavior, you do have choices about how to respond. 

Always remember, it is against the law for your partner to abuse you. Domestic violence is not a family matter- it is a serious crime. You have the right and power to break free from the violence. You can, and deserve to have a better, safer life for you and your children. 

Our Mission: To foster camaraderie among United States veterans of overseas conflicts. To serve our veterans, the military and our communities. To advocate on behalf of all veterans. 

Our Vision: Ensure that veterans are respected for their service, always receive their earned entitlements, and are recognized for the sacrifices they and their loved ones have made on behalf of this great country.

The KCHA is the largest owner of rental housing in Knox County, providing homes to over 1,300 people.  We currently have 418 units in our public housing portfolio - 228 single, elderly, and disabled units, and 190 units of family housing.

The agency also oversees 220 Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) that allow low-income families to rent from private landlords throughout the jurisdiction. 

The population we serve is as diverse as the community we live in.  Our clients represent a broad range of cultures, backgrounds, and stages in life, from hard working individuals and families to persons with disabilities and special needs to single parents seeking to improve the quality of life for their families.