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Our community foundation BRINGS TOGETHER individuals with diverse interests and ideas, combines their gifts for the greater good, and channels those donations to a host of worthy programs and projects.

In giving through the community foundation, people from all walks of life can express their love for Charlevoix County in big ways and small... knowing that the collective force of their generosity can ACCOMPLISH SO MUCH MORE.

HOW IT WORKS

We accept donations of any amount from individuals, families, businesses, or civic groups for a variety of purposes

Hold a collection of funds on behalf of our community - some designated for specific needs, and others open-ended to serve changing priorities
Carefully invest and manage gifts to build a permanent charitable endowment
Use the income to make grants that benefit our community
Identify area needs and work with other groups to maximize our impact
Connect donors to the causes they care about
Help generous people realize their charitable ideals

And make the world a better place, starting right here at home