A Catalyst for Good
in Middle Tennessee
Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee unites compassionate individuals and worthy causes. Its generous donors span our Community and are driven by a shared commitment to addressing diverse needs.
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Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee strives to build a more thriving and inclusive community — today and for generations — to come by transforming thoughtful generosity into positive change.
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LISTEN AND LEARN.
- Seek to understand “the why.”
- Acknowledge every voice has meaning.
- Recognize that questions are more powerful than statements.
- Encourage and seek opportunities to grow and be challenged.
GROUND THE WORK IN TRUST.
- Share information widely, intentionally, and openly.
- Communicate with kind and bold honesty.
- Be impeccable with your word.
- Set clear boundaries and expectations.
SHOW UP FOR EACH OTHER AND THE COMMUNITY.
- Envision the best for myself and others.
- Offer dependable and timely support.
- Participate with curiosity and commitment.
- Be Present. Be a Presence.
“FIND THE GOOD, AND PRAISE IT.”
- Recognize and celebrate unique gifts and strengths.
- Connect people with the opportunities they need to thrive.
- Lean into flexibility.
- Build inclusion into everyday experiences.
