Nearly 18 months after Hurricane Helene swept through the southeastern U.S., North Carolina Community Foundation is continuing to support community members and organizations in their recovery.

In a time of deep national division, community foundations across the country are stepping up to create meaningful ways to connect neighbors and foster a sense of belonging.

In response to recent severe storms in Alaska, local community organizations and regional partners have come together to establish the Western Alaska Disaster Relief Fund, housed at the Alaska Community Foundation.

Omaha Community Foundations uplifts their communities following a stream of devastating tornadoes in early 2024.

Community foundations in every region of the country play a leading role in quarterbacking rapid-response and longer-range fundraising, including East Tennessee Foundation.

The Neighbor to Neighbor Disaster Relief Fund activated by East Tennessee Foundation in response to Hurricane Helene has so far provided $4.8 million to support its community.

Those who want to help those impacted by the deadly tragedy in Texas are encouraged to contribute or share Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country’s Kerr County Flood Relief Fund and San Angelo Area Foundation’s San Angelo Disaster Relief Fund.

In this article we’re spotlighting the work of Dilnaz Waraich, M.A., President of the WF Fund who offers us a view into the world of Muslim philanthropy. 

Community foundations across California are activating rapid response funds to help those impacted by the devastating wildfires that have displaced nearly 200,000 people in and around Los Angeles.

In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, Florida’s community foundations have launched rapid response funds to address community needs.