Friday, May 29

Each year the Community Foundation awards grants from designated endowment funds, which are established by donors to provide ongoing, annual support to specific nonprofits they care about most. By investing these funds for long-term growth, designated endowments create a reliable source of funding that nonprofits can count on every year.

Recently awarded a designated grant was: Chippewa Falls Parks & Recreation

"The improvements at Irvine Park in Chippewa Falls have made a meaningful difference for families in our community. Thanks to the support of generous donors and the Community Foundation, the park has become an even more welcoming, accessible, and enjoyable…Read entire post.

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Thursday, May 28

FEATURED FUND:
The Chippewa County Historical Society is dedicated to collecting, preserving and sharing the rich history of Chippewa County, bringing history to life through exhibits, educational programs, publications, reenactments and more. It is a way to learn about past with passionate educators and hands-on activities, a place to visit and learn with all generations, and a place to find where we've been, who we are and where we're going.

The Chippewa County Historical Society Endowment Fund, is an Agency Fund that was established to solely support the long-term mission-driven goals and operations of the Chippewa County Historical Society.

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Wednesday, May 27

From a Foundation Fundholder:
"I’ve been involved in several different funds throughout the Community Foundation of Chippewa County. When establishing these funds, it’s been my belief that utilizing the Community Foundation is a great way of giving back to one’s community, supporting a favorite organization or helping needy individuals by a collective group of people who truly care.

When establishing a fund of our own, it was a meaningful way to continue to give to organizations that matter to my wife and I, even after our passing.
The leaders that organized the Foundation were visionaries and had a strong commitment to the…Read entire post.

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