Gigi’s Wish List
Have you met Gigi, the Good2Give Elf yet? This holiday season she’s visiting places where good things happen and making a list (and helping Santa check it twice, of course!)…
What are your giving plans this holiday season?
Sometimes giving philanthropically feels like giving gifts. Should I give here? Or is over there a better place to give my money? Will they like it/appreciate it/use it? Do I…
Apply for MADAC’s Grant Cycle!
Mothers and Daughters Against Cancer is accepting grant applications through November 15, 2019. Download Application She had already heard those devastating words once. But in 1998, just seven years later, Susan…
One Family’s Quest for Living and Giving Intentionally
Sometimes, we’re fortunate to grow up in a culture of giving. For Jacqueline and John Susong, they were raised in environments where giving, gifting and serving were a part of…
Record $425,000 Awarded to 24 Gwinnett/Forsyth Nonprofits!
We recently awarded 24 grants to area nonprofits at our annual grant awards celebration. Held on June 4th at The 1818 Club, the event was one of the highlights of…
Engaging the Givers
In his new book, The Givers – Wealth, Power and Philanthropy in a new Gilded Age, author David Callahan shares incredible insights on how the philanthropists of today want to “give while…
Five Philanthropy Mistakes Families Make
By Jillian Wagenheim Family philanthropy is an incredible way to instill values, strengthen family bonds, share passions and build a legacy. However, even a road paved with good intentions…
Meet Board Member Scott Jordan
Through his lifestyle as a Community Foundation board member, family man, banker, and volunteer, Forsyth resident Scott Jordan emphasizes the importance of looking beyond oneself for the betterment of others.…
Opportunity Zones – An Expert’s Take on What You Need to Know
By Kim Hartsock, Warren Averett The Opportunity Zones program was established by Congress in the Tax Cut and Jobs Act as an innovative approach to spurring economic development. It does…