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Letter: Philanthropy connects individuals to causes that matter
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"In helping others, we shall help ourselves, for whatever good we give out completes the circle and comes back to us." Take a minute to consider the impact that philanthropic work plays in our society -- the money donated, the programs and services established to benefit the less fortunate, the lives changed. Through philanthropy, the Community Foundation of the Great River Bend (CFGRB) works to connect charitable individuals to causes that matter to them. From Nov. 12-18, we celebrate Community Foundation Week and recognize the critical role that we all play in supporting a thriving community. On National Philanthropy Day (today), the Association of Fundraising Professionals will recognize the great contributions of philanthropy and those people active in the philanthropic community -- for their enrichment of our world. In the Quad-Cities, our citizens continually show goodwill and charity -- neighbors helping neighbors and individuals and organizations helping those in need. CFGRB's role is to assist these charitable donors in meeting the critical needs and challenges of our community -- through Endowed Funds that distribute grant and scholarship money throughout our 17-county service area. No matter how you define philanthropy, we hope that you reflect on your philanthropic goals and consider what you can do to make a difference in the lives of others. And as we enter the season of thanksgiving, let us all give thanks for the many charitable donors and nonprofits organizations that are sharing their gifts of time, talent, and treasure to make eastern Iowa and western Illinois a better place to live. For more information visit www.cfgrb.org Susan S. Skora, president/CEO. Community Foundation of the Great River Bend 
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Today is Wednesday, June 19, the 170th day of 2013. There are 195 days left in the year.
1863 -- 150 years ago: The treasurer of Mercer County has been instructed to sell all thespecie now in the treasury for the highest premium in legal tender and to report same atthe next board meeting.
1888 -- 125 years ago: J.S. Freeman has been elected president of the Recreation Club ofthe Rock Island YMCA.
1913 -- 100 years ago: Rock Island voters will decide next Tuesday on the proposal toconsolidate with South Rock Island Township.
1938 -- 75 years ago: The Rev. Frederick J. Rolf will round out his 30th year as pastor ofthe Evangelical Church of Peace at Sunday worship services.
1963 -- 50 years ago: Dennis Kelly, of Moline High School, has been named a winner inTime Magazine's 27th annual current affairs contest.
1988 -- 25 years ago: The Martin Luther King Community Center will participate in theSummer Food Service Program. Free meals will be made available to all children 18years of age and younger.
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