The Community Foundation board members serve without pay and represent the population of our region. They are community leaders who are involved in numerous organizations and live across all parts of Southern Illinois.
To engage the people of southern Illinois in building a tradition of philanthropy. The Southern Illinois Community Foundation is committed to creating an opportunity for donors to participate in local community development efforts to address the changing needs of our community through charitable giving.
CEO/Executive Director
Byram Fager accepted the position of CEO in 2018, having previously served on the foundation board in different capacities since 2009. Byram brings experience having served on other boards and fundraising committees both in Illinois and while living in Ohio for 12 years.
Tammy joined SICF in 2025, with a focus on major gift development and grant writing.
To contact Tammy, you can call him at 618-997-3700 ex 2 or email him at tammy@sicf.org.
Brendan joined SICF in 2025. Brendan manages and reports on the financial of the Community Foundation through investments, grants, and donations.
To contact Brendan, you can call him at 618-997-3700 ex 4 or email him at brendan@sicf.org.
Matt joined SICF in 2022. Matt’s focus is on the SICF Scholarship Program. Matt resides in Marion, IL.
To contact Matt, you can call him at 618-997-3700 ex 3 or email him at matt@sicf.org.
Crissy joined SICF in 2024. Crissy’s focus is on accounting and administration of funds managed by SICF. Crissy resides in Goreville, IL.
To contact Crissy, you can call her at 618-997-3700 ex 5 or email her at crissy@sicf.org.
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The Southern Illinois Community Foundation engages the people of our region in building a tradition of philanthropy. We are committed to creating an opportunity for donors to participate in local community development efforts to address the changing needs of our community through charitable giving.