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ACT for Alexandria
From its launch in 2004, ACT for Alexandria has proven its value as a community foundation. ACT brings the community together to elevate local philanthropic giving and engagement to new heights, supports local nonprofits working to aid the most vulnerable and develops solutions for our most pressing community challenges.
Since its founding, ACT has continued to expand and adapt its programs and initiatives to meet the needs of the community.
Web Address
www.actforalexandria.org
Social Media Links
Twitter - @ACTforAlex
Since its founding, ACT has continued to expand and adapt its programs and initiatives to meet the needs of the community.
Web Address
www.actforalexandria.org
Social Media Links
Twitter - @ACTforAlex
Recent News from ACT for Alexandria
Spring2ACTion looks to reach new donors in fifth year
Foundation: ACT for Alexandria
In 2009, the Minnesota Community Foundation and other area organizations started GiveMN, a collective undertaking focused on making Minnesota...more
Foundation: ACT for Alexandria
In 2009, the Minnesota Community Foundation and other area organizations started GiveMN, a collective undertaking focused on making Minnesota...more
Alexandria: Philanthropy Summit to Honor Local Leaders
Foundation: ACT for Alexandria
Don Beyer (D-8), for decades known for his charitable works throughout the region, will keynote the 17th annual Business Philanthropy...more
Foundation: ACT for Alexandria
Don Beyer (D-8), for decades known for his charitable works throughout the region, will keynote the 17th annual Business Philanthropy...more
Alexandria in Action: Invest now — or pay layter
Foundation: ACT for Alexandria
For the past two years, ACT for Alexandria, our community foundation, has convened the Early Care and Education Work Group with...more
Foundation: ACT for Alexandria
For the past two years, ACT for Alexandria, our community foundation, has convened the Early Care and Education Work Group with...more
Giving for Boston - The Connection Newspapers
Foundation: ACT for Alexandria, Boston Foundation
On Tuesday, the community foundation known as ACT for Alexandria announced that it would partner with its fellow community foundation in Boston to donate 5 percent of the amount raised for ACT to the...more
Foundation: ACT for Alexandria, Boston Foundation
On Tuesday, the community foundation known as ACT for Alexandria announced that it would partner with its fellow community foundation in Boston to donate 5 percent of the amount raised for ACT to the...more
Ariail Family Honored for Philanthropic Efforts
Foundation: ACT for Alexandria
ACT for Alexandria honors Ariail Family for philanthropic efforts as they have supported and worked for organizations like Alexandria in Bloom, ACT and Alexandria Neighborhood Health Services...more
Foundation: ACT for Alexandria
ACT for Alexandria honors Ariail Family for philanthropic efforts as they have supported and worked for organizations like Alexandria in Bloom, ACT and Alexandria Neighborhood Health Services...more
Online Giving in Alexandria
Foundation: ACT for Alexandria
Seventy nonprofit organizations try to raise $200,000 in a 24-hour period of online giving with the event called "Spring2ACTion Alexandria" which encourages donors of all income levels to give $10 or...more
Foundation: ACT for Alexandria
Seventy nonprofit organizations try to raise $200,000 in a 24-hour period of online giving with the event called "Spring2ACTion Alexandria" which encourages donors of all income levels to give $10 or...more
For community foundation media projects: Rules of the road for partnership
Foundation: Black Hills Area Community Foundation, Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque, Alaska Community Foundation, Community Foundation of North Florida, Community Foundation Serving Boulder County
Candace Winkler of the Alaska Community Foundation advises: “Spend more time up front developing your partnership by clearly articulating each organizations' roles and responsibilities, as well...more
Foundation: Black Hills Area Community Foundation, Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque, Alaska Community Foundation, Community Foundation of North Florida, Community Foundation Serving Boulder County
Candace Winkler of the Alaska Community Foundation advises: “Spend more time up front developing your partnership by clearly articulating each organizations' roles and responsibilities, as well...more
Helping Out: A voice for children in Alexandria
Foundation: ACT for Alexandria, Venture Philanthropy Partners
Charitable giving highlights: Founding member of ACT for Alexandria, a community foundation that provides charitable investment in the city of Alexandria; ... See all stories on this...more
Foundation: ACT for Alexandria, Venture Philanthropy Partners
Charitable giving highlights: Founding member of ACT for Alexandria, a community foundation that provides charitable investment in the city of Alexandria; ... See all stories on this...more
June 21, 2010 | Philanthropy in the News
Foundation: ACT for Alexandria, Greater Milwaukee Foundation, Oshkosh Area Community Foundation, Venture Philanthropy Partners
The Washington Post profiles Lori Morris, president of the Bruhn-Morris Foundation and founding member of ACT for Alexandria, a community foundation that provides charitable investment in the city of...more
Foundation: ACT for Alexandria, Greater Milwaukee Foundation, Oshkosh Area Community Foundation, Venture Philanthropy Partners
The Washington Post profiles Lori Morris, president of the Bruhn-Morris Foundation and founding member of ACT for Alexandria, a community foundation that provides charitable investment in the city of...more
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