About Us
Our History
One Simple Action.
In 1953, Robert K. Swan had a dream for his hometown of Moline, Illinois. As a successful business owner (Moline Heating & Construction Company), he wanted to create a better quality of life for those in the community he loved.
By providing a generous gift of $350,000 to establish The Moline Foundation (now Moline Regional Community Foundation), Swan envisioned helping those in need during his time and into the future.
This original donation has awarded more than $46 Million in grants to various charitable organizations addressing our community’s greatest challenges. Swan’s foresight to set up the fund as unrestricted has allowed local community leaders to support various changing needs financially.
Swan’s generosity has inspired more than 100 additional funds from like-minded citizens. These philanthropic people are now part of our region’s growing history of caring for their neighbors and community.
Thank you, Robert K. Swan, for your dream. Your giving in action inspires us to continue creating a better quality of life for our region and our future.
Our Mission
Improve the quality of life of our community through intentional and purposeful generosity.
Our Purpose
Inspire individuals to take action on their aspirations for our community.
CEO's Welcome Message
Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed individuals can change the world. Indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.