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Grant applications are now being accepted, due March 17, 2008.
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What is the Eau Claire Community Foundation?
The Eau Claire Community Foundation
is a publicly supported philanthropic institution governed by
a board of community volunteers, chosen to be representative
of the public interest and for their knowledge of the
community. It administers funds contributed or bequests by
individuals, agencies, corporations and other sources. For more legislative information visit the
Council On Foundations.
Mission Statement:
We
strengthen our community by offering donors opportunities to
establish charitable legacies, by making grants, and by
serving as a catalyst to address community needs.
Vision Statement:
The Eau Claire Community
Foundation will be widely recognized in the area as the
leading community resource promoting philanthropy,
collaboration and innovation, and building endowments.
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WHY DO PEOPLE CHOOSE A COMMUNITY FOUNDATION?
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We build endowment funds that grow and benefit our community forever
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We help donors create an individual or family legacy
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We offer donor involvement in selecting charities
4.
We are a local organization meeting a broad range
of changing local needs
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We provide a simple way to fulfill multiple charitable interests,
with low-cost administration
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We deliver personalized donor service, we're flexible and
responsive to unique needs
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We accept a wide variety of assets
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We offer maximum tax advantage
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We can preserve donor intent even when community
needs and organizations change
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We are known for prudent stewardship and investment practices
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