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June 9, 2023
Why I Love My Donor Advised Fund
A former trustee explains the benefits of giving through a Donor Advised Fund at The Community Foundation.
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June 7, 2023
Giving Forward Podcast: ‘Head and Heart’ with Kathleen Shaw
In Episode 3 of Giving Forward, Nina Waters talks with Kathleen Shaw about their work together over more than 30 years - including how they came to know Delores Barr Weaver.
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May 30, 2023
Giving Forward Podcast: ‘Civic Superman’ with Bill Scheu
In Episode 2 of Giving Forward, Nina Waters talks with Bill Scheu about his role as a trusted mediator in the community - including when the local food bank was in crisis.
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May 26, 2023
Responding to the Mental Health Crisis in Duval County
The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida hosted a Donors Forum, Responding to the Mental Health Crisis in Duval County
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The Community Foundation in the News

May 17, 2023
News4Jax Morning Show: New Leadership at The Community Foundation
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February 25, 2021
Fort Mose’s ‘Flight to Freedom’ to Become Year-Round Black History Trail in St. Augustine
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January 14, 2021
Art Ventures Turns 30! Cummer Exhibit Celebrates Three Decades in Investment in Jacksonville Art
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December 28, 2020
Jacksonville Nonprofit 904WARD goes into 2021 with Staff, Expanded Operation
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Stories

June 7, 2023
Giving Forward Podcast: ‘Head and Heart’ with Kathleen Shaw
In Episode 3 of Giving Forward, Nina Waters talks with Kathleen Shaw about their work together over more than 30 years - including how they came to know Delores Barr Weaver.
Read More
May 30, 2023
Giving Forward Podcast: ‘Civic Superman’ with Bill Scheu
In Episode 2 of Giving Forward, Nina Waters talks with Bill Scheu about his role as a trusted mediator in the community - including when the local food bank was in crisis.
Read More
May 25, 2023
The Power to Convene | Thrive Scholars
For 50 years, the Londons had run a successful orthopedic surgery practice in LA. They were also philanthropists, the founders of a nationally renowned organization called Thrive Scholars, which helps high-achieving, low-income students succeed in top-tier colleges.
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May 22, 2023
Giving Forward Podcast: Beyond the Gavel with Brian J. Davis
Find out how the civil rights movement inspired Judge Brian J. Davis to give back through community service - and how The Community Foundation led a 10-year effort to improve public schools in Duval County.
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Our fundholders, as well as representatives of private, corporate, independent and family foundations in Northeast Florida are invited to learn about regional programs of philanthropic interest, discuss issues of mutual concern, and explore collaborative grantmaking opportunities.

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Stephanie Garfunkel

Vice President, Strategic Communications

 

sgarfunkel@jaxcf.org

904.356.4483