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Fund types tailored to your client’s charitable goals
The community foundation offers charitable giving vehicles to meet a wide range of clients’ needs. In many cases, a single client can...

Branch County Community Foundation
Mar 6, 2024


Our door is open: What happens when you meet with the team
Wherever you are in the stages of your philanthropic planning, the team at the community foundation is here for you and considers our...

Branch County Community Foundation
Mar 5, 2024


2024 BCCF Scholarship Deadline Extended!
Because of FASFA delays, the Branch County Community Foundation has extended our scholarship application deadline to Friday, April 5th...

Branch County Community Foundation
Feb 9, 2024


What happens when I leave a bequest to my fund at the community foundation?
When you leave a residuary bequest to your fund at the community foundation, our team will be involved at various steps during the administr

Branch County Community Foundation
Feb 8, 2024


Big or small, every gift matters
At every level of giving, philanthropy is a catalyst for improving quality of life. Indeed, anyone with a willingness to give can be a phila

Branch County Community Foundation
Feb 8, 2024


FAQs: A snapshot of tax-time charitable giving questions
Here are three questions that are top of mind for many advisors, along with answers that can help you!

Branch County Community Foundation
Feb 8, 2024


Back to basics: An endowment refresher course
At your next board meeting, consider reminding your directors about the reasons your donors make gifts to your organization’s endowment fund

Branch County Community Foundation
Jan 12, 2024


YAC Funding Available with new requirements
As part of its commitment to empowering youth, YAC has identified key priorities through its comprehensive needs assessment.

Branch County Community Foundation
Jan 12, 2024


New Board Members Welcomed to the Community Foundation
The Branch County Community Foundation is delighted to welcome two exceptional individuals to our esteemed Board of Directors.

Branch County Community Foundation
Jan 12, 2024


YAC Spreads Holiday Cheer
The Youth Advisory Council (YAC) at the Branch County Community Foundation were busy this month completing their first community service pro

Branch County Community Foundation
Dec 13, 2023


Make the Most of Your Donor-Advised Fund
Life gets busy, the months fly by, and it's tempting to put your donor-advised fund on autopilot. But that would be a missed opportunity.

Branch County Community Foundation
Dec 8, 2023


Funding Opportunities for 2024
Grant applications open January 1st. Get the details here.

Branch County Community Foundation
Dec 8, 2023


Youth Advisory Council presents "Introduction to Philanthropy" at local schools
YAC has presented its “Introduction to Philanthropy” to every public school in Branch County and Colon.

Branch County Community Foundation
Nov 17, 2023


Tax Planning: Get Ahead of the Year-End Rush
It’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with several important year-end charitable giving techniques and deadlines so you can be prepared.

Branch County Community Foundation
Nov 15, 2023


Do Good, Feel Better: Philanthropy through the lens of well-being
Do good, feel better. It is not your imagination! When you give to charity or do something good for others, you really do feel better.

Branch County Community Foundation
Oct 10, 2023


2023 Grant Recipients Announced
The Branch County Community Foundation (BCCF) is excited to announce the recipients of the 2023 Community Good Grant Cycle.

Branch County Community Foundation
Oct 4, 2023


Community Need Spotlight: Food insecurity
the need for food in our community is an everyday constant. And with school back in session, the needs among the food insecure and...

Branch County Community Foundation
Sep 15, 2023


It’s (always) a great time to review your estate plan and legacy gifts
Don’t forget that August is National Make-A-Will Month. Even if your estate planning documents are already in place, this is still a good...

Branch County Community Foundation
Aug 14, 2023


Unlock the Unexpected Power of Regret to Grow Your Charitable Giving
The experienced team at the community foundation can help you avoid charitable giving regrets, especially by making it easy for you to...

Branch County Community Foundation
Jul 16, 2023


Join the Youth Advisory Council!
The Youth Advisory Council (YAC) will accept applications for new members from August 1st through August 31st!

Branch County Community Foundation
Jul 16, 2023
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