Making transformational connections every day 
Founded in 1959 by the community, for the community, your Community Foundation is looking ahead to new opportunities to transform this place we call home. Join us as we explore the next great initiative that will make the next 50 years even better for everyone. Click here to flip through our 50th Anniversary Report to the Community and click on one of the images below to learn more about our current activities.

 

We are YOUR Community Foundation. We listen to what our community wants and we respond through effective grantmaking to our nonprofit partners and through our leadership as a catalyst and convener. We can provide you with the latest options for flexible and tax-effective giving, maximize the impact of your charitable gift and pass on your values to the next generation. Together we can build a brighter future for this place we call home. 
  
Ways to contribute 
You can give today or through your will to support causes you care about
Helping your clients
You can find flexible, tax-effective giving options for families & businesses
Assisting nonprofits
Your organization can apply for grants to transform our community

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FOR DONOR ADVISORS
Your Community Foundation
If you have received your user name and password from Kathryn Corey by e-mail or phone at 327-3828, you can click on the button at left or click here for secure access to Your Community Foundation. To set up a new advised fund, contact Erin Stephenson by e-mail  or att 327-3805.

Merrill Lynch Community Charitable Fund
Click here for on-line access to Merriill Lynch Community Charitable Fund, a national partnership program. Contact Kathryn Corey by e-mail or call 327-3828 if you have any questions.


 SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS
REGIONS FINANCIAL CORPORATION

Sirote & Permutt, PC

Link to @comfoundbham

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On the calendar

Intent-to-file form due Sept. 3

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