Mokena Mayors Charitable Foundation Distributes Proceeds to 16 Local Organizations

Mokena Village Board Meeting | November 10, 2025

Article Summary: During the Nov. 10, 2025, board meeting, Village President George J. Metanias announced the distribution of proceeds from the Ronald J. Grotovsky Mayors Charitable Foundation. The foundation, which has raised more than $440,000 since its inception, provided funding to 16 different civic and charitable organizations serving the Mokena community.

Charitable Foundation Key Points:

• Longevity: Founded in 1991, the foundation has provided scholarship and financial opportunities to students and civic groups for 34 years.

• Recipients: Funding was distributed to a wide range of groups, including local Scout troops, senior citizens, and specialized support centers like the Mokena Cancer Support Center.

• Total Impact: Mayor Metanias highlighted that generous sponsors and participants have allowed the foundation to raise an “amazing $440,000” since it began.

Mokena Village President George J. Metanias utilized the Nov. 10, 2025, board meeting to distribute charitable proceeds from the Ronald J. Grotovsky Mayors Charitable Foundation to 16 local organizations. The foundation was established in 1991 as a philanthropic endeavor to provide scholarships and financial support to Mokena students and civic organizations.

Mayor Metanias thanked the foundation’s sponsors and participants, noting that the $440,000 raised over the years has provided vital funds for organizations serving “the young, old, and in between.”

The Mayor specifically recognized Trustee Debbie Engler and her husband, Mike, for their extensive work with the foundation. He also credited Village Clerk Melissa Martini and former Trustee Rob Dauphinais for their ongoing assistance with the foundation’s efforts.

Proceeds were distributed to the following organizations:

• Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts Troop 40, and Cub Scout Pack 39

• Mokena Senior Citizens

• Will County Children’s Advocacy

• Mokena Woman’s Club

• Mokena Cancer Support Center

• Lincoln-Way Special Recreation

• Journey Pregnancy and Life Hub

• My Joyful Heart

• Mokena Miracles

• D.A.R.E.

• Tammy Leonard – Mission Meals

• N.A.W.S.

• Walter Fischer Memorial