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    We honor and support BIPOC led organizations seeking greater racial and social justice by building community.

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    Many generous people give their time, talent, treasure, testimony (voice) and ties (social networks) to philanthropy. We work closely with donors to clarify what you wish to accomplish for yourself, for your heirs and for your community.

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    Engage Partners

    Your Community Foundation works with mission driven sector leaders to provide Let's Talk briefings for up to date issues on pandemic challenges and commitments to DEIJ.

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    Build Community

    In 2022, "Is It Imposter Syndrome or Is It Racism?" a virtual Women's Fund event, convenes anyone interested to advance our commitment to DEIJ work.

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    Click Learn More below to discover how you can apply to our 2022 grant opportunities.

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    Your gifts provide resources to ensure the quality of life in Tompkins County for today and tomorrow. Your giving matters. Individuals and businesses can designate your gifts to specific funds at Community Foundation.

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  • Celebrating Black Girls Alchemy and Downtown Ithaca Children's Center's DeJour Gandy Malone memorial mosaic.
  • Sarah Johnson, long time supporter, creates a fund to support rural places in our community.
  • A Let's Talk example on farming, justice and land access.
  • Kenya Crawford (she/they/name), M.A., Ed.M, LMHC, is a licensed psychotherapist and racial equity consultant.
  • New kitchen equipment at FoodNet Meals on Wheels supported by multiple Community Foundation funds.
  • Sheila Squier, Women's Fund Advisory Committee Member and local businesswoman.

Plan Your 2022 Giving Now

Many Donors Give All or Portion of Their RMD (Required Minimum Distribution)

A qualified charitable distribution (QCD) is a wonderful way for donors who are 70½ and older to make a gift from your IRA to support your favorite causes. QCDs are a good gift now as you near the end of the year since donors age 72 and older must take their required minimum distribution (RMD). Call your plan administrator to make an easy transfer to Community Foundation to increase our impact and achieve your financial planning goals.

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