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Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation (MN)
The Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation is a trust, a collection of endowment funds that are contributed by individuals, corporations and community service organizations to benefit the geographical area of Grand Rapids, Minnesota.
The Community Foundation is one of 700 community foundations in the United States. As a community foundation, it is a public charity whose purpose is to enhance giving, or philanthropy, in all sectors of the community. This means a partnering in philanthropy - giving to nonprofit community service agencies and charities and giving to develop and enhance new ideas and projects needed in the area.
The Community Foundation started in 1994 is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors who live and work in the Grand Rapids/Itasca County area, who are knowledgeable about their community, and who are committed to ensuring that the spirit and the intent of each gift is honored.
Web Address
www.gracf.org
The Community Foundation is one of 700 community foundations in the United States. As a community foundation, it is a public charity whose purpose is to enhance giving, or philanthropy, in all sectors of the community. This means a partnering in philanthropy - giving to nonprofit community service agencies and charities and giving to develop and enhance new ideas and projects needed in the area.
The Community Foundation started in 1994 is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors who live and work in the Grand Rapids/Itasca County area, who are knowledgeable about their community, and who are committed to ensuring that the spirit and the intent of each gift is honored.
Web Address
www.gracf.org
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Foundation: Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
For all of the things mentioned above that have not been accomplished, a lot is happening at the Grand Rapids Area Community...more
Foundation: Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
For all of the things mentioned above that have not been accomplished, a lot is happening at the Grand Rapids Area Community...more
'We all do good, when we all do good'
Foundation: Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
Paul Wellstone said, “We all do better, when we all do better.” The Community Foundation agrees – with a twist. The Community Foundation...more
Foundation: Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
Paul Wellstone said, “We all do better, when we all do better.” The Community Foundation agrees – with a twist. The Community Foundation...more
Once a Solider - always a Soldier
Foundation: Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
... from what was submitted by Grand Rapids native and current executive director of the Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation Chris...more
Foundation: Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
... from what was submitted by Grand Rapids native and current executive director of the Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation Chris...more
Lady Cancer Warriors continue forward with their message: Please Give
Foundation: Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
The fund is managed by the Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation. Dozens of local benefits have come and gone since the inception of...more
Foundation: Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
The fund is managed by the Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation. Dozens of local benefits have come and gone since the inception of...more
The Community Foundation provides educational support for Grand Rapids High School
Foundation: Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
“Many people talk to me about wanting to start a scholarship,” says Chris Fulton, Executive Director of the Grand Rapids Area Community...more
Foundation: Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
“Many people talk to me about wanting to start a scholarship,” says Chris Fulton, Executive Director of the Grand Rapids Area Community...more
Benefit to raise funds for Ball Club community park
Foundation: Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
... to people” or call Becky LaPlant at 218-327-8764. Donations are accepted at the Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation, Mobility Mania...more
Foundation: Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
... to people” or call Becky LaPlant at 218-327-8764. Donations are accepted at the Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation, Mobility Mania...more
The Home Visitor Program passing of the torch
Foundation: Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
... Blandin Foundation, Itasca County Health and Human Services, Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation, United Way of 1,000 Lakes,...more
Foundation: Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
... Blandin Foundation, Itasca County Health and Human Services, Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation, United Way of 1,000 Lakes,...more
Hill City invests in students and community
Foundation: Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
Jan Ferraro Memorial Scholarship. Jan dedicated 46 years of her life working in education including 34 years as a beloved teacher at Hill City...more
Foundation: Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
Jan Ferraro Memorial Scholarship. Jan dedicated 46 years of her life working in education including 34 years as a beloved teacher at Hill City...more
Hill City invests in students and community
Foundation: Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
Because of the love of family and friends, the Jan Ferraro Memorial Scholarship was established at the Grand Rapids Area Community...more
Foundation: Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
Because of the love of family and friends, the Jan Ferraro Memorial Scholarship was established at the Grand Rapids Area Community...more
Bigfork community supports their youth through scholarships
Foundation: Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
“Getting ready for college can be exciting and scary at the same time,” notes Chris Fulton, Executive Director at the Community...more
Foundation: Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
“Getting ready for college can be exciting and scary at the same time,” notes Chris Fulton, Executive Director at the Community...more
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