Official 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization • Peoria, Illinois • "Compassion, Commitment, and Caring"
Established Fall 2016 • Peoria, IL

Albert & Bertha Burch Memorial, Inc.

Proverbs 18:16 NIV

"A gift opens the way and ushers the giver into the presence of the great."

Organizational Motto

Pray First • Aim High • Stay Focused

Ways to Give & Support
Fall 2016
Founded in Peoria
501(c)(3)
Tax-Exempt Charity
100%
Grassroots Driven
Peoria, IL
Local Neighborhoods
Our Christ-Centered Foundation

Compassion, Commitment,
and Caring

The Board of the Albert and Bertha Burch Memorial, Inc. (ABBMI) was established in the fall of 2016. We are a dedicated group of individuals who have experienced firsthand the Christ-centered "Compassion, Commitment, and Caring" modeled by Mr. Albert Burch.

"Our Mission is to provide support to individuals and/or organizations whose efforts and activities reflect a compassion for people, a commitment to help others."

Rooted firmly in Peoria, IL, his legacy of living what you believe continues to guide our outreach—stepping forward in crisis, feeding families, partnering with frontline shelters, and opening paths for future generations.

Healing hands representing the Albert & Bertha Burch Memorial, Inc.
Serving Those Who Help Others

Our Mission in Action

At Albert & Bertha Burch Memorial, Inc., compassion means direct, hands-on action. We feed hungry families, supply frontline community ministries, collaborate across Peoria, and invest in our youth's future.

Pillar 01

Family Stability & Relief

Extending compassionate, immediate assistance to Peoria households, seniors, and families facing unexpected emergency hardships.

Immediate household support
Pillar 02

Food Relief & Nourishment

Distributing nutritious groceries directly to families and donating vital financial and food resources to area soup kitchens, shelters, and churches.

Emergency groceries & pantry aid
Pillar 03

Community Partnerships

Partnering alongside Peoria organizations—including Salvation Army, Southside Mission, Esther House, and Sophia's Kitchen—to multiply community impact.

Direct nonprofit grants & co-aid
Coming Soon
Pillar 04

High School Scholarships

Launching soon: The ABBMI High School Scholarship Assistance Fund to provide financial backing and opportunity for graduating Peoria youth pursuing higher learning.

Program launching soon
Peoria Community Resilience

Going Above & Beyond: Steadfast Support When Peoria Needed It Most

True compassion does not wait on the sidelines. When the COVID-19 pandemic placed unprecedented strain on Peoria families and local merchants, Albert & Bertha Burch Memorial, Inc. moved quickly beyond standard charitable models to deliver urgent lifelines:

Small Business Lifelines

Provided emergency relief grants directly to struggling Peoria small businesses and independent shops, helping local entrepreneurs keep their doors open and keep our neighborhood economy afloat.

Dignity & Youth Care

Funded free haircut drives for Peoria children, bringing pride, dignity, and renewed confidence to youth heading back into classrooms while easing household budgets for working parents.

Peoria children receiving free community haircuts funded by ABBMI
Youth Care in Action

Free Haircuts for Peoria Kids

Restoring Dignity & School Readiness

Collaborative Impact

Does your organization reflect a commitment to help others?

We actively support organizations and leaders throughout Peoria whose efforts and activities reflect compassion for people. Connect with our board to partner on upcoming initiatives.

Connect With Our Team
Peoria Community Alliances

Our Community Partners & Grantees

ABBMI proudly partners with, funds, and donates food and resources alongside these frontline community agencies:

The Salvation Army Emergency Shelter & Feeding
Esther House Women's Emergency Shelter
Sophia's Kitchen Daily Community Meals
Southside Mission Peoria Outreach & Care
ELITE Community Outreach 'Pulses of Hope' Initiative
Local Area Churches Faith-Based Pantries & Relief
Portillo's Peoria Community Support Partner
Area Women's Shelters Care Kits & Essential Support
Leadership & Roots

Founding Board Members

The leadership guiding our mission and carrying forward the Christ-centered standard set by Albert & Bertha Burch.

AB

Albert Burch, Jr.

President & Trustee

Executive Leadership
TM

Terry Martin

Vice President

Executive Leadership
FA

Dr. Francesca Armmer

Chief Administrative Officer & Trustee

Corporate Governance
AW

Arthur Welch

Treasurer

Financial Stewardship
JJ

James Jordan*

*Posthumous

In Loving Memory
KB

Kesha Burch

Board Member

Family & Outreach
JG

Johnny Guyton

Board Member

Civic Leadership
NW

Nathaniel Williams

Board Member

Community Engagement
Get Involved in Peoria

Partner With Our Mission

Whether you are an agency serving the Peoria area looking to collaborate on food relief, a volunteer eager to lend a hand, or a supporter honoring Albert & Bertha Burch, we welcome you with open arms.

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Support food pantries, shelters & scholarship initiatives
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Collaborate with our board on Peoria aid initiatives
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Sponsorships & community partner grants
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