Community Foundation of the Ozarks @CFOzarks
Our mission is to enhance the quality of life in our region through resource development, community grantmaking, collaboration and public leadership. cfozarks.org Central and Southern Missouri Joined January 2009-
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Want to open a charitable fund to benefit your favorite cause or community? Looking for a grant or scholarship? Interested in donating to one of our many nonprofit partners? Find the latest info at cfozarks.org.
CFO Jobs: Apply by Aug. 4 for three affiliate foundation coordinator positions, for Nixa, Barton County, and the Hermann area. These PT roles will work to coordinate advancement and administration activities in their service area. Learn more and apply at cfozarks.org/careers.
Our DEI grants are now open to applications — this program allocates $120,000 for projects that improve the quality of life for underserved and underrepresented residents. Learn more and apply at cfozarks.org/applyforgrants #sgf #ozarks #grantmaking #philanthropy
The CFO has selected 10 nonprofit partners to participate in a month-long challenge to boost their endowments. If these nonprofit partners raise $15,000 by Tuesday, Aug. 15, the CFO will grant $10,000 to them. To learn more and to donate, go to cfozarks.org/endow2023.
The Jewell Schweitzer Collective Impact Grant Program is now open to applications — this program allocates $130,000 for collaborative projects that address priorities identified in the Community Focus Report for Springfield & Greene County. Apply at cfozarks.org/applyforgrants
#sgfcouncil unanimously approves accepting a $150K grant from @CPOzarks through @CFOzarks’ Advancing Mental Wellness Program, to support @SGCHD strategies and programming to improve men’s mental health.
New grant rounds — the first of the 2023-24 grant cycle — open today. The programs include: • Jewell Schweitzer Collective Impact • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion • Inclusion & Belonging • Holocaust Education Learn more: cfozarks.org/resources/cfo-…
Brian Fogle has been a tremendous leader for the Springfield region and a powerful force for good. He is a one-of-a-kind convener and connector. And a great friend.
Brian Fogle has been a tremendous leader for the Springfield region and a powerful force for good. He is a one-of-a-kind convener and connector. And a great friend.
BREAKING: Brian Fogle, president and chief executive officer of @CFOzarks, has announced his plans to retire in late 2023 or early 2024. We've got more information, including reactions from local leaders. Read it: sgfcitizen.org/economy-growth…
Earlier this year, President and CEO Brian Fogle announced his intention to retire by late 2023 or early 2024 to the CFO board and staff. That set into motion a planned succession to ensure a smooth leadership transition. cfozarks.org/resources/cfo-…
In his latest column, CFO President and CEO Brian Fogle reflects on finding empathy, clarity of purpose and joy after a harrowing experience at the emergency room. #cfozarks #sgf #swmo #ozarks #philanthropy cfozarks.org/resources/a-no…
The CFO has granted $220,000 to 13 agencies in the final grants from the Let’s Get to Work Fund for the 2022–23 grantmaking cycle. This fund supports aid to folks experiencing transportation-related barriers to employment. cfozarks.org/resources/cfo-…
The latest addition to @ksmu's Making a Difference series describes how the Stockton tornado of 2003 began and the Joplin tornado of 2011 continued the Community Foundation of the Ozarks' legacy of disaster recovery philanthropy. ksmu.org/show/making-a-…
Recently, the CFO crew was pleased to present our president and CEO Brian Fogle with a special gift in recognition of our 50 years working in central and southern Missouri and for Brian's outstanding leadership since 2008. Thanks, Brian, for your dedication to our community!
The CFO holds a variety of Field-of-Interest funds that support a wide range of charitable needs, and we are pleased to announce the latest annual grants from a group of these funds. Find out more here: cfozarks.org/resources/spec…
We have granted $200K to a collaboration led by @BurrellCenter and Healthy Living Alliance to reduce the stigma associated with seeking mental health care, with the primary goal of reducing the suicide rate among men in the #SGF metro area. Learn more: cfozarks.org/resources/cfo-…
It's a numbers game — in this segment of his interview with @themysteryjeff, CFO President and CEO Brian Fogle shares some of his favorite numbers associated with the CFO. Find more Next & Now interview segments at cfozarks.org/resources/next…
We’re SO excited to wish @CFOzarks a Happy 50th Anniversary this year! Thank you, CFO for all of your ongoing support of not only Care to Learn (from the very start) but of all students throughout Missouri. #cfozarks50
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All hands on deck! We're folding & prepping clothes for a BIG clothing closet distribution tomorrow.
Bright Futures - Carthage is hosting their annual "Garage Free" event, which is not a sale but an opportunity for community members to pick up items they need. koamnewsnow.com/news/free-gara…
#sgfcouncil unanimously approves accepting a $150K grant from @CPOzarks through @CFOzarks’ Advancing Mental Wellness Program, to support @SGCHD strategies and programming to improve men’s mental health.
Thanks to Ginger Martin for sharing these pics of her classroom project funded by the Celia B. Godsil Grants in Place program! Ginger and her students made improvements to their school's greenhouse and won first place at their local agricultural fair. 🎉
Brian Fogle has been a tremendous leader for the Springfield region and a powerful force for good. He is a one-of-a-kind convener and connector. And a great friend.
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A big THANK YOU to the teams at Dana Ingle Real Estate and Sturdy Real Estate for this generous donation! Your gift is helping bring hope and help to students who need it.
Great work @CFOzarks! Appreciate your leadership in this space in so many ways.
The latest addition to @ksmu's Making a Difference series describes how the Stockton tornado of 2003 began and the Joplin tornado of 2011 continued the Community Foundation of the Ozarks' legacy of disaster recovery philanthropy. ksmu.org/show/making-a-…
@katietowns15 @CFOzarks @SGCHD We are so excited to work with you on this important initiative. Thanks to @CFOzarks for the opportunity!
We are thrilled about this! The aim, the partnership, all of it! Thank you @CFOzarks !! @SGCHD
We have granted $200K to a collaboration led by @BurrellCenter and Healthy Living Alliance to reduce the stigma associated with seeking mental health care, with the primary goal of reducing the suicide rate among men in the #SGF metro area. Learn more: cfozarks.org/resources/cfo-…
We’re SO excited to wish @CFOzarks a Happy 50th Anniversary this year! Thank you, CFO for all of your ongoing support of not only Care to Learn (from the very start) but of all students throughout Missouri. #cfozarks50
A dedicated case manager helps pregnant and parenting youth access resources to make sure parents are supported through pregnancy and after their babies are born. To date, this grant has served 118 young families. Thank you @CFOzarks and The Jeanette L. Musgrave Foundation!
We joined up with the Network for Strong Communities and @CFOzarks for an AI workshop for nonprofits led by @jdjohnson! Jarad made AI approachable through guided, hands-on learning in the ChatGPT platform. Try it yourself with this interactive guide: bit.ly/3oSI1RE
Very proud @sgfcitizen was awarded a grant for $80,000 today to fund effort that will extend through the 2024 elections; will use social media and other networking to give HS and college students news in a form that is relevant and helps them gain knowledge about civic affairs
The Daily Citizen is 1 of 17 Springfield-area agencies splitting almost $650,000 in funding for work tied to programs that benefit student civility, children and foster families. @cory_matteson has details on the Musgrave Multi-Year Impact Grant winners. sgfcitizen.org/government/soc…
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That's my home county! 💛 Great work DACO is doing. (and I could almost *taste* a Dairy Isle chocolate dip cone as soon as I saw this picture)
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