
Transforming Communities
News and opinion about community foundations and philanthropy
Community Foundation Leaders: Proposed IRS Regulations Would Stifle Giving and Hurt Communities
Leaders from 16 U.S. community foundations were among more than 40 speakers who testified at a hearing hosted this week by the Internal Revenue Service to gather public input on proposed regulations to donor-advised funds.
Baltimore Community Foundation Launches Key Bridge Emergency Fund
Baltimore Community Foundation has launched the Key Bridge Emergency Fund to address recovery needs after the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Report: New Community Foundation Leaders Take Hands-On Approach to Change
New foundation leaders are taking the lead on more critical issues to bring in new donors to support advocacy and policy change.
Funds Launched to Support Tennessee Tornado Recovery
The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee has set up the Davidson County Relief Fund and the Tennessee Emergency Response Fund in response to the devastating tornadoes that impacted parts of Tennessee over the weekend.
CFAI Launches its First Impact of Giving Days Report
The Impact of Giving Days report reveals that 29 U.S. community foundations raised more than $262 million combined in donations from local giving events hosted in 2022.
Community Foundations Are Urging Residents to Get Out and Vote. Here’s How.
Community foundations are ramping up efforts to increase voter participation for local elections.
Maine Community Foundation Activates Fund in Response to Lewiston Tragedy
In response to the tragic mass shooting that occurred on Wednesday, the Maine Community Foundation is taking action and ramping up efforts to support families and individuals who were deeply impacted.