Friends of Kickapoo Creek (officially "F.o.K.C., NFP") is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Peoria, Illinois. We were founded in 2022 by a group of like-minded outdoor enthusiasts who grew up on the Kickapoo Creek. In simplest terms, our goal is to get people to love the creek as much as we do.
Our Mission
• Enhance recreational usage of Kickapoo Creek
• Encourage the public to recognize the creek as a valuable resource
• Provide opportunities for public engagement with the creek
• Restore, maintain, and protect the natural ecosystem
OUR VISION
We strive to create a community where people are more connected to local natural resources, inspiring them to protect the environment and empowering them to take action.
We envision a future where Kickapoo Creek is a thriving natural ecosystem, where people have ample access to come together and enjoy the creek and surrounding watershed.
OUR PLAN
How do we plan on achieving our vision?
Beautifying the watershed
Constructing access points
Monitoring water quality
Educating the community
The Kickapoo Creek Watershed
