As an employer, fostering employee engagement both inside and outside the workplace is essential to building a satisfied workforce and creating meaningful community impact. In today’s work environment, coupled with the rise of Gen Z in the office, companies must adapt to new expectations of what giving back means. Whether through establishing a corporate foundation for grantmaking, hosting volunteer days …
When someone mentions “change,” what comes to mind? For some, change is like a cool, fall breeze after a hot summer. It can feel really nice and full of promise. For others, change is like a strong, fast gust, which can feel like a storm is brewing. If you are using a donor-advised fund or another charitable giving vehicle, you …
The Hispanic Development Fund (HDF) is dedicated to improving the quality of life of Latino families in Greater Kansas City. HDF carries out this commitment by engaging the Latino community in philanthropy through grantmaking, scholarship support, and college advising. Since 1983, HDF has granted over $3 million to more than 50 Kansas City Latino-led and -serving nonprofit organizations and over …
Multigenerational charitable giving has become a cornerstone of many families’ philanthropic strategies. Professional advisors can be pivotal in guiding families through the complexities of this process. Professional advisors can also help chart a course that aligns with their client’s goals by fostering meaningful conversations among family members. At the Community Foundation, we partner with hundreds of financial advisors, CPAs, attorneys, …
