25 Faces of Philanthropy

25 Faces of Philanthropy


As part of our 25th Anniversary celebration, we chose to highlight 25 Faces of Philanthropy throughout our 12-county service area. Through the years, we have seen that philanthropy grows due to the inspiration and action of:


• individuals
• families
• friends
• community neighbors
• civic groups
• nonprofit causes
• business groups; and more


Every one of our donors has their own reason “why.” From honoring a loved one to securing a legacy, or simply “paying it forward”  to the community that shaped their lives – there are countless reasons to give through your Community Foundation.

Phyllis Dean, Lincoln Colored School Endowment

Don Kirk, Community Foundation Volunteer

John & Betty Gebhardt, Friends of the Log Cabins Fund

Jim & Margie Williams, James R. & Katherine H. Williams Fund

Ralph Oakley, Ralph Oakley Family Fund

Dennis Everly, Dennis Everly Fund & Herbert C. & Dorothy E. Everly Memorial Fund

Lance Grady, Community Foundation Board President

Ways to Give

From establishing a fund to contributing to an existing one, there are many ways to give back.

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The Power of Endowment

We can't predict the future, but we can prepare for it. Learn how endowment can keep good growing for years to come.

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