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The Nature Institute Works to Preserve Native Wildlife in Godfrey
The Nature Institute in Godfrey is working to protect native wildlife through preservation, restoration, and education. Learn how the nonprofit invites the community to connect with nature. Sydney Sinks, Riverbender.com Aug 10, 2026 GODFREY – The Nature Institute aims…
The Bethalto Floor Store Named Small Business Excellence Award Winner by RiverBend Growth Association
Kaylee Weber’s hometown business is getting recognized for making an impact. The Bethalto Floor Store has received the RiverBend Growth Association’s Small Business Excellence Award for July. Owned by Kaylee Weber, The Bethalto Floor Store offers a variety of…
RBGA recognizes King Air Conditioning & Heating for small business excellence in May
As it continues its every-other-month cycle of recognizing excellence proven by its member small businesses, the RiverBend Growth Association has chosen its May shoutout. King Air Conditioning and Heating Inc. of Godfrey has been chosen for Small Business Excellence…
A Safe Voice for Every Child: Inside the Madison County Child Advocacy Center
A Safe Voice for Every Child: Inside the Madison County Child Advocacy Center Written By: Mia Buchanan Madison County Child Advocacy Center, located in Wood River, Illinois, provides a haven for abused children and strives to limit the number of times a child is…
RBGA spotlights the nonprofit mission of Alton Youth Symphony
GODFREY, IL – Bringing musical delight throughout the region for 57 years now, Alton Youth Symphony has been chosen by the RiverBend Growth Association for its bi-monthly Nonprofit Mission Spotlight recognition. The mission of the Alton Youth Symphony has remained…
Many Hands Make Light Work: RBGA-YAC Partners with the Community Hope Center to Provide Support for Local Families
On Thursday, March 5th, 2026, the RiverBend Growth Association Young Adults Committee visited the Community Hope Center to provide assistance with cleaning and organization of their facilities. The Community Hope Center is an organization that provides food, clothing,…
RBGA recognizes Pruitt Mechanical Services in Bethalto for small business excellence
The RiverBend Growth Association has adjusted its awards programs in 2026, which includes moving to an every-other-month cycle of recognizing member businesses in the Riverbend for proven excellence. The Small Business Excellence shoutout for March goes to Pruitt…
An Impactful Outing: A Non-Profit Experience Supporting Cognitive Diversity
The Beverly Farm Foundation was established in 1897 by Dr. Smith and his wife. These founders were inspired to create an establishment that would specialize in care for those who are cognitively disabled, as they were related to people with similar disabilities. Dr….
RBGA turns its first bi-monthly nonprofit mission spotlight on Riverbend Rescue
GODFREY, IL – Now in its third year serving families throughout the region, Riverbend Rescue has been chosen for the first bi-monthly nonprofit member mission spotlight to be featured by the RiverBend Growth Association. The nonprofit is based in Alton, with Adam…
How Small Acts Create Big Change: RBGA-YAC Helps Out Meals on Wheels Program through Senior Services Plus
On February 5, 2026, the RiverBend Growth Association Young Adults Committee paired with Senior Services Plus and Meals on Wheels for an amazing experience. Student leaders had the opportunity to package and prepare meals for…