Till joins Community Foundation of Jackson County

The Community Foundation of Jackson County is proud to welcome Bellevue native Riley Till to its leadership team. Till will support the Community Foundation’s mission to strengthen communities and inspire giving through grantmaking, endowment-building, and community leadership.

“I feel fortunate to have been raised and live in Bellevue, and seeing the community come together has shown me how much good can be done,” says Till. “I want others to have that same sense of connection and pride in where they live.”

“We’re thrilled to have Riley joining the board,” says Kiley Gerardy, president. “His experience and commitment to the community align perfectly with our mission, and we’re confident he’ll help us expand our impact in meaningful ways.”

Till’s strong ties to Bellevue businesses have helped him build connections throughout the community and across Jackson County. He’s been employed at Till’s Garage since graduating from Loras College in 2017. Giving back has always been important to his family, and he stays involved through the Bellevue Community Club, Dream Bellevue, and Bellevue Heritage Days. He will be married to his fiancé, Meredith Recker, this spring, and he enjoys spending time with family and friends, golfing, and bowling.

“I’m really looking forward to learning more about the connections people have to their communities. I want to know their passions, their stories, and what makes these places feel like home, while I work to ensure feel that way for generations to come,” says Till. 

The Community Foundation of Jackson County offers many opportunities to improve quality of life by addressing an array of local issues. To learn more about how you can establish a fund or make a gift that impacts your community, contact Executive Director Lori Loch at 563-588-2700.