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    Build Community

    In 2023, "Healthcare Inequities Chat with Dr. Salahshor" a virtual Women's Fund event, convenes anyone interested in local and global healthcare inequities that impact the lives of our communities.

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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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    Design Your Philanthropy

    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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    Why I Give

    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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    Seek Grant Support

    Click Learn More below to discover how you can apply to our 2023 grant opportunities.

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    Commit to Social Justice

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

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  • Dr. Susan Salahshor, Assistant Professor and founding Program Director, Ithaca College, Physician Assistant Program
  • A Lets Talk Civic Engagement with Jeff Furman
  • Sarah Johnson, long time supporter, creates a fund to support rural places in our community.
  • Kathy Nivison, Owner, Express Employment Professionals
  • New kitchen equipment at FoodNet Meals on Wheels supported by multiple Community Foundation funds.
  • Celebrating Black Girls Alchemy and Downtown Ithaca Children's Center's DeJour Gandy Malone memorial mosaic.

Make Your 2023 Gift Now to Support Community Foundation's Impact

We are continuously inspired by the dedication and generosity of donors who answer the call to give again and again. Each of you as a donor makes a significant impact every time you decide to make a gift to us, addressing a variety of needs and enhancing our community's quality of life. Last year, thanks to the support of donors like you, we were able to deliver 713 grants totaling more than $2,686,000. Community Foundation's grants, programs, and services depend on the generosity of individuals like you.

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