Why Give?

Building Better Communities and Improving the Lives of Others

Permanence - A one-time gift to the Community Foundation will be invested, grow, and continue to be used for years to come. The dollars you give today will be working in the community 100 years from now and beyond.

Flexibility – Your gift keeps pace with changing times. You can design a fund tailored to your specific financial situation and charitable interests.

Tax Benefits - Gifts to the Community Foundation are subject to the fullest tax benefits allowed by the law because it is a public charity.

Public Accountability - Each year, an independent audit is conducted, and all grants are publicly disclosed.

Simplicity – The Community Foundation keeps the necessary records and simplifies the giving process. Establishing an endowment at the foundation is less time consuming and less costly than handling the details yourself or starting a private foundation.

Recognition/Anonymity – You can be as involved in the process as you would like. You may choose to receive public recognition for your charitable works, or you may prefer to remain anonymous. The foundation works to fulfill your wishes.

Competence - We ensure solid financial management. Our Board of Directors and staff work intimately with the nonprofit community of Northwest Georgia, and it is their knowledge which is at your disposal as a donor with a fund at the foundation.