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Coffee & Community Series: Next Session Aug 28th (Giving That Benefits You AND Your Community)
Are you interested in learning more about the Community Foundation and how you can become involved? We are introducing a series of free 1-hour sessions throughout 2024 to help educate and inform community members about philanthropic options we have available that...
Schmelzle, Haemmerle Scholarships Deadline: July 1st
The Dr. James and Gail Haemmerle Scholarship This scholarship was established this past year to assist one non-traditional student with FULL tutiton (up to $20,000) for an associates degree, technical diploma or certificate program in ANY field of study....
Women’s Giving Circle Grant Deadline: June 1
The Women’s Giving Circle of Dunn County (WGC) is now accepting grant applications from area nonprofits seeking support for projects that improve the lives of women, children, and families in the Dunn County area. Typical award amounts range from $500 to $2,500 each....
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Nonprofit Organizations
Planned giving playbook: Undeveloped land launches a legacy
Many nonprofit partners across the nation have requested their community foundation teams provide a detailed example of how a complex gift comes to life and how their teams can seize the opportunity. We’re pleased to share this playbook to illustrate a situation where...
Your endowment fund: A primer for your board of directors
If your organization has established an endowment or agency fund with the Community Foundation of Dunn County, your staff and board of directors are already experiencing the benefits of our relationship. We are here to help you grow critical financial resources to...
How donor-advised funds help charities stay afloat
You’re no doubt familiar with donor-advised funds, especially if some of your donors use their donor-advised funds at the Community Foundation of Dunn County to support your organization. What you might not know is that the national average annual “pay-out rate” for...
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Professional Advisors
Tax law twists and turns: Five developments impacting charitable giving
2023 was a busy year! We understand that charitable giving topics may not always be at the top of your reading list. That’s why we're here! The team at the Community Foundation of Dunn County is committed to keeping you up-to-date on what you need to know. Here’s a...
Free Event: Cider Tasting for Professional Advisors
The Community Foundation of Dunn County will be hosting its 4th annual Tasting for Professional Advisors event on Tuesday, February 20th at 6th Avenue Cidery in Menomonie. This year's event is a Cider Tasting and will feature 6th Avenue Cidery's very own Penny...
Eau Claire Foundation: Professional Advisor Event
You're invited! Please join us for our 18th Professional Advisors event on October 19th at the Eau Claire Golf & Country Club. Speaker Jonathan Raymon from Baird will cover various charitable giving strategies, how to help you achieve your philanthropic goals, and...