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2026 STARVED ROCK & MATTHIESSEN CALENDAR FUNDRAISER SELLS OUT
Earliest sell-out in the project’s history highlights record community support OGLESBY, IL — The 2026 Starved Rock & Matthiessen Calendar fundraiser has officially sold out, marking the earliest sell-out in the history of the project. A total of 525 calendars were sold, the highest number ever produced and distributed for the annual fundraiser. This milestone also represents a record amount of funds raised in support of Starved Rock and Matthiessen State Parks, with final fun

Starved Rock Foundation
Jan 52 min read


7th Annual Starved Rock Photography Show Celebrates Nature and Creativity
From intimate wildlife encounters to sweeping landscapes, the 7th Annual Starved Rock Photography Show showcased the stories that unfold when people slow down and truly observe the natural world. Presented by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) with support and funding by the Starved Rock Foundation, the 2025 show featured 86 entries across eight categories, each capturing a unique perspective of plants, animals, and landscapes from across North America. The S

Starved Rock Foundation
Jan 33 min read


2026 Calendar Photographers Announced
OGLESBY, IL — The Starved Rock Foundation is proud to announce the photographers whose work has been selected for inclusion in the 2026...

Starved Rock Foundation
Oct 10, 20252 min read


2026 Starved Rock & Matthiessen Calendars Available for Purchase
Starved Rock and Matthiessen Calendars are now available for purchase in-stores and preorder online, with 100% of the proceeds being donated to the Starved Rock Foundation.

Starved Rock Foundation
Oct 1, 20252 min read


STARVED ROCK FOUNDATION SURPASSES HALF A MILLION DONATED TO STARVED ROCK STATE PARK
The Starved Rock Foundation is proud to announce a historic milestone: more than $500,000 has been donated to Starved Rock State Park since the Foundation’s founding in 1991.

Starved Rock Foundation
Jul 23, 20252 min read


$15,000 GIFT PRESENTED TO STARVED ROCK FOUNDATION FOLLOWING RECORD CALENDAR FUNDRAISER
Matching donation helps turn community calendar sales into the Foundation’s largest calendar contribution to date 7 JUNE 2025 -- UTICA,...

Starved Rock Foundation
Jun 7, 20253 min read


STARVED ROCK FOUNDATION IMPROVES VISITOR CENTER WITH NEW DISPLAYS AND LIGHTING
$40,000 project enhances exhibits and lighting to enrich the visitor experience at Starved Rock State Park OGLESBY, IL — The Starved Rock...

Starved Rock Foundation
May 8, 20252 min read


500 Starved Rock & Matthiessen Calendars Sold Thanks to Community Support
We’ve Been Keeping a Secret… I’m thrilled to finally share the news—last weekend during Eagle Watch Weekend, the Starved Rock Foundation...

Starved Rock Foundation
Feb 1, 20252 min read


2025 Starved Rock & Matthiessen Calendars Available for Purchase
Benefiting The Starved Rock Foundation with Matching Grant from Miller Group Charitable Trust OGLESBY, IL – Starved Rock and Matthiessen...

Starved Rock Foundation
Oct 13, 20242 min read


2025 Starved Rock & Matthiessen Calendar Photo Submissions Open
The Starved Rock & Matthiessen Calendar is returning for the 2025 calendar year with 100% of proceeds being donated to the...

Starved Rock Foundation
Jul 13, 20242 min read


COMMUNITY INVITED ON JANUARY 7TH TO NEW THEATER AT STARVED ROCK STATE PARK
Starved Rock Foundation hosts ribbon cutting, new volunteer event, and calendar donation celebration December 17, 2023 OGLESBY, IL – The...

Matthew Klein
Dec 17, 20232 min read


STARVED ROCK FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES $33,000 AUDIO/VISUAL CENTER UPGRADES
One of the largest Starved Rock State Park projects in history of the 30+ year organization. April 12, 2023 OGLESBY, IL – The Starved...

Starved Rock Foundation
Apr 11, 20232 min read
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