CORE (Community Organization for Revitalization and Expansion) of McLean is a nonprofit 501(c)3 community group working to beautify McLean to build community pride, attract new residents and tourists, bolster the local economy, and improve the lives of residents.

Established in 2011 through the WIU MAPPING program, CORE has completed many projects, including a mural and painted signs on a historic building in the square, new welcome signs, an adopt-a-pot program, the new Water Tower Park under the old water tower, commemorative pavers for the park, vintage directional signs to attractions in town, a community garden, and restoration of our historic water tower, including the painting of a Route 66 mural. 

Registration and donations to the Get Your 6.6 on Route 66 annual run/walk raise funds to continue our ongoing projects and to help fund future projects. Your support is greatly appreciated!