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Farm Bureau Sets Up Fund to Help Farmers Devastated by
Recent Tornadoes
The Tennessee Farm Bureau, a statewide
organization dedicated to assisting farmers, has set up a disaster
relief fund at The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee to
help agricultural producers hit by the recent tornadoes that swept
through Tennessee February 5, 2008.
Power of the
Purse Luncheon to Celebrate 10th Anniversary
Philanthropist and former chairman of
Paramount Pictures, Sherry Lansing, will inspire
women as she talks about her career and the powerful role of philanthropy
in her life at the 10th Annual Power of the Purse Luncheon.
The
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Awards More Than $1
Million in Grants
The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
has distributed more than $1 million in grants to 202 nonprofit
organizations in 27 Middle Tennessee counties as part of The Foundation’s
annual discretionary grant making process.
The
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Announces Three New
Staff Members
The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee,
a charitable organization benefiting nonprofits serving those in
need in Middle Tennessee and portions of Kentucky, announces the
addition of three staff people. Amy McDaniel, Landon Crutcher and
Deborah McClellan will serve as GivingMatters.com coach, design
associate, and receptionist, respectively.
The
Brooks Fund Announces Multimedia Project on the GLBT History
of Middle Tennessee
The H. Franklin Brooks Philanthropic
Fund of The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee announces
an ongoing and diverse multimedia archival record of gay, lesbian,
bisexual, transgender (GLBT) life in Middle Tennessee.
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NEW WEB SITE ALLOWS MIDDLE TENNESSEANS
ACCESS TO ALL THE ENTERTAINMENT OPTIONS THE REGION HAS TO OFFER
Tennessee’s
Nursing Shortage to be Addressed by Statewide Agencies Through
Nationwide Program
Tennessee expected to have the highest
nursing shortage in the Southeast
GivingMatters.com Conducts Capital Campaign Study
More than 81 nonprofit organizations seek $486 million for capital campaigns according to a recent study of nonprofits by GivingMatters.com. The research was based on nonprofits currently profiled in GivingMatters.com and does not include money allotted for operating budgets. Research also indicates that 32 additional nonprofits are awaiting board approval to kick off capital campaigns. Campaign funding will assist nonprofits on a variety of projects including building a planetarium and renovating a historic home.
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Alex LeVasseur Fund Festival Helps
Kids Attend Skate Camps
Franklin Festival Remembers Alex and
Features Demos, Live Music and Giveaways
The
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
Hires New Communications Associate
The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee,
a charitable organization that benefits
nonprofits serving those in need in
Middle Tennessee and portions of Kentucky,
today announced Kallie Bienvenu as the
organization’s new communications
associate. In this position, she will
share The Foundation’s story with
Middle Tennessee residents by assisting
with public relations and marketing
programs.
Fourth
Annual Golf Tournament Helps The
Cheatham County Community Foundation
Raise Money to Support Its Nonprofits
Participants Get a Chance to Win $10,000
New
York Jeweler to Be Keynote Speaker
at Area Fundraiser
Joan Hornig Combines Love of Fashion
with Philanthropy
NEW
SCHOLARSHIP FUND TO HONOR BELOVED
COMMUNITY BUS DRIVER
Boyd Stressed the Importance of Education;
Cheatham County High School Seniors
Eligible for Scholarship Funds
NASHVILLE
PHILANTHROPIST MARTHA INGRAM NAMED
13th ANNUAL JOE KRAFT AWARD RECIPIENT
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
Bestows Humanitarian Award on Prominent
Local Businesswoman, Arts Supporter
New
Pension Law Provides for Charity
Since 1974, millions of Americans have
saved billions of pre-tax dollars in
Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs).
Thanks to continued savings and investment
returns, an estimated $3.6 trillion
is currently invested in IRAs, and the
total continues to grow. On August 17,
a federal law was enacted allowing IRA
owners to share the wealth of their
retirement savings by giving directly
to charity—without first counting
it as income and paying income tax.
Nashvillians Observe Hunger Issues by Participating in Empty Bowls Campaign
Proceeds from campaign benefit new Fund for Food Security; event through October 29 gives citizens a chance to ease unnecessary hunger in Middle Tennessee and worldwide
The Community Foundation Names New Board Members
The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, a charitable organization that benefits nonprofits serving those in need in 40 Middle Tennessee counties, has elected seven outstanding community leaders as new members of its board of directors
$456,270 in Grants Awarded to 106 Davidson County Organizations by The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee has distributed $1,013,407 in grants to 189 nonprofit organizations as part of The Foundation’s annual grant making process.
The Community Foundation Hosts Renowned Parenting Author and Psychologist for 2006 Edna S. Thomas Lecture Series
Dr. Michael Thompson to Give Lecture and Workshop September 26 and 27
Nashville, Tennessee – Nashville parents will have the opportunity to learn from Dr. Michael Thompson, featured on “The Oprah Winfrey Show” and “The Today Show,” on September 26 and 27 during the seventh annual Edna S. Thomas Lecture Series. A program of The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, the lecture series is a presentation for parents and teachers of preschool to adolescent-aged children.
Olympic Gold Medalist Jackie Joyner-Kersee to Be Keynote Speaker at Area Fundraiser
Nashville, Tennessee – The Women’s Fund of The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee today announced that Jackie Joyner-Kersee, an Olympic gold medalist and one of the greatest athletes of our time, will be the keynote speaker February 14 at the Power of the Purse luncheon, benefiting The Women’s Fund.
Website to Simplify Charitable Giving in Middle Tennessee
The Community Foundation to Oversee GivingMatters.com™;
Provide Greater Access to Nonprofit Information
Nashville, Tennessee, March 29, 2005 – The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee and other regional nonprofit partners today launched GivingMatters.com, an online resource for potential donors that provides pertinent information about nonprofit organizations in Middle Tennessee.
The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Seeks Scholarship Applicants
Nashville, TN, March 15, 2005 - The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, a charitable organization that benefits nonprofits serving worthy causes, has announced its annual scholarship application process. The Foundation has added five new scholarships to its roster this year, bringing the total number to more than 40 scholarships available to help students further their education.
Nonprofits Encouraged to Apply for Annual Discretionary Grants Through The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
Nashville, TN, February 28, 2005 – The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, a charitable organization that benefits nonprofits serving worthy causes in 40 Middle Tennessee counties, has announced its annual call for grant applications and encourages nonprofits throughout the region* to apply.
The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Announces New Staff Member
Nashville, TN, November 15, 2004 – The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, a charitable organization that benefits non-profits serving those in need in 40 Middle Tennessee counties, has announced the addition of Cynthia Brown Warner to its staff as coordinator of the Brooks Fund.
The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Announces New Staff Member
Nashville, TN, November 15, 2004 – The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, a charitable organization that benefits non-profits serving those in need in 40 Middle Tennessee counties, has announced the addition of Cynthia Brown Warner to its staff as coordinator of the Brooks Fund
Middle Tennesseans in Need Will Benefit From Former Governor’s New Charitable Fund
The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Announces Creation of Ned R. McWherter Fund for Basic Human Needs
Nashville, TN, November 19, 2004 – The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, a charitable organization that benefits nonprofits serving the needy in 40 Middle Tennessee counties, has announced the creation of the Ned R. McWherter Fund for Basic Human Needs.
The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Names New Staff to Lead Education Efforts
Nashville, TN, December 2004 - The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, a charitable organization that benefits nonprofits serving those in need in 40 Middle Tennessee counties, has announced that Patricia L. Cole will fill the newly-created Educational Services position.
Teddy Wilburn Estate Resolved
Scholarship Established to Help Struggling Students
(Nashville, TN, January 27, 2005) – The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee and members of the family of the late Thurman T. (Teddy) Wilburn have jointly announced the settlement of pending disputes over Teddy Wilburn’s estate.
$ 672,466 in Grants Awarded to 162 Organizations by The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
Nashville, Tennessee – The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee has distributed $672,466 in grants to 162 nonprofit organizations as part of The Foundation’s annual grant making process.
The Community Foundation Hosts Renowned Parenting Expert and Author for 2004 Edna S. Thomas Lecture Series
Jane Nelsen to Give Lecture and Workshop September 28 and 29
Nashville, Tennessee – Parents have an opportunity to learn positive discipline techniques for their children from renowned parenting expert and author Jane Nelsen, Ed.D. on September 28 and 29 during the fifth annual Edna S. Thomas Lecture Series.
Former Tennessee Governor to Receive Joe Kraft Award
Ned McWherter to be Honored at Eleventh Annual Event
Nashville, Tennessee – The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee has named former Tennessee Governor Ned Ray McWherter the recipient of the eleventh Joe Kraft Humanitarian Award.
The Tomorrow Fund of The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Appoints New Leaders
The Tomorrow Fund, a Fund within The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, which seeks to build community awareness, leadership and responsibility in Nashville’s young adults, recently appointed new leadership for the upcoming year.
The Community Foundation Announces Women’s Fund Board for 2004-2005
Nashville, TN, June 9, 2004 – The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee has named 13 new members to its Women’s Fund board of directors for 2004-2005
Community Foundation Awards Cheatham County Students with Scholarships
Nashville, TN, May 30, 2004 – The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, a charitable organization that benefits non-profits serving those in need in 40 Middle Tennessee counties, has awarded 35 scholarships, valued at $106,230, to 89 individuals who are pursuing higher education in accredited schools in the United States.
Gala Event Raises Money for Local Scholarships
Clarksville, TN, May 18, 2004 – The sixth annual Cumberland Ball, The Community Foundation of Cheatham Count ’s gala event, was held May 15th at the Clarksville Country Club. Two hundred people from the Cheatham County area attended, raising more than $30,000 for scholarships.
The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Announces New Staff Members
Nashville, TN, May 18, 2004 – The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, a charitable organization that benefits non-profits serving those in need in 40 Middle Tennessee counties, has announced the addition of four staff people. The new staff will act in various roles from donor services to communications.
The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Announces 2004 Maddox Grant Recipients
Nashville, TN, May 5, 2004 – The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, a charitable organization that benefits non-profits serving those in need in 40 Middle Tennessee counties, has announced the winners of the 2004 Maddox Foundation Grants. The grants were distributed to 16 different organizations in the region and have a total value of $53,000.
The Community Foundation Names New Board Officers
Nashville, TN, May 3, 2004 - The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, a charitable organization that benefits non-profits serving those in need in 40 Middle Tennessee counties, has named four community leaders to officer positions on its 2004 Board of Directors; and added four prominent individuals to the board, according to Foundation President Ellen Lehman.
