A community foundation is a charitable organization that derives its funds from gifts provided by its citizens. Citizens can contribute any appreciable asset to a community foundation, which in turn invests the gift for growth and income. The community foundation then uses that income to make grants that strengthen the community.
As a community foundation, Community Foundation of West Georgia operates under the principle of perpetuity ensuring that gifts made to the Foundation will grow and make a lasting impact for the community now and in the future.
The Community Foundation of West Georgia took root in 2003 with a remarkable challenge from an anonymous citizen. The challenge was to raise $4 million dollars by the spring of 2004 in order to receive a gift of $3 million dollars. The challenge was met within a short six month period of time.
Mission The Foundation’s primary mission is to enhance the quality of life for the people of the West Georgia area, specifically, residents of Carroll, Haralson, and Heard counties. The Foundation will fulfill its mission by:
Increasing the total pool of philanthropic resources available for charitable activity in the West Georgia region.
Provide a tax-exempt vehicle with flexibility and effectiveness to meet the needs of donors with varied charitable interests and abilities to give.
Making grants and encouraging private giving for public good.
Strengthening the self-sufficiency of the non-profit sector.
Serving as a resource and catalyst for charitable activities and organizations.
In addition to making grants that benefit our area, the Foundation also helps donors to achieve their charitable dreams. When a donor creates a fund at the Community Foundation of West Georgia, they get the resources and expertise of our staff…and the service that could only come from a community foundation. We work with our donors to make sure their fund(s) meet their needs and allow them to have an impact on the community and issues they care about.
A community foundation is a charitable organization that derives its funds from gifts provided by its citizens. Citizens can contribute any appreciable asset to a community foundation, which in turn invests the gift for growth and income. The community foundation then uses that income to make grants that strengthen the community.
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