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Becoming an Abundant Community of Hope

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The McKinley Foundation and McKinley Memorial Presbyterian Church are separate organizations joined by a shared desire to be a center of abundant hope for the students at the University of Illinois, Champaign/Urbana and the Champaign County community at large. Established together in 1906 these sibling organizations share a fervor for social justice and a love of the arts. We welcome all persons, including LGBTQIA+, to join our efforts to be the change we wish to see in the world.

McKinley Memorial Presbyterian Church is a progressive Christian community. We believe the scriptures send us out into the community to care for all of God’s children, regardless of age, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, and socio-economic status. We believe science reflects our God given ability to reason and act in the best interest of all humanity. We believe artistic expression is also a spiritual expression and we value the arts in our worship and daily lives.
McKinley Foundation has a dual focus of lifting up social justice needs on campus and throughout Champaign County as well as providing safe space for students from all backgrounds to grow into awareness of and leadership in social justice endeavors. We provide opportunities for students to volunteer in meeting the needs of our communities as well as participate in social justice through the arts. McKinley Foundation owns Presby Hall, a  certified housing residence for UIUC students.

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October 3, 2022

  • Presby Staff Meeting

    October 3, 2022  9:30 am - 10:30 am

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  • McKinley Staff Meeting

    October 3, 2022  11:30 am - 12:30 pm

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  • Giving Garden

    October 3, 2022  5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
    McKinley Foundation at the University of Illinois, 809 S 5th St, Champaign, IL 61820, USA

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    We are growing produce for the clients of the Garden Hills Food Pantry and others in the community who have limited access to fresh produce.

    Throughout the summer months, we meet in the garden on Monday evenings beginning at 5:30pm. We work until the work is done or until the sun goes down.

    No gardening experience is necessary. Each week a volunteer captain will provide instruction for each task that's needed that day. This is a great way to grow your own gardening skills while supporting a great cause. Please bring your own work gloves.

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October 4, 2022

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