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Central Valley Community Foundation
For more than fifty years the Central Valley Community Foundation has been a trusted partner in philanthropy in Fresno, Madera, Mariposa, Merced, Tulare and Kings Counties.
Founded in 1966, it provides giving options for individuals, families, businesses and other foundations to invest in programs that address social and environmental needs.
The foundation works with donors and nonprofits to advance effective philanthropy and build stronger communities with a staff possessing in-depth knowledge of the needs of the region and the agencies and organizations that are working to find solutions.
Web Address
www.centralvalleycf.org
Social Media Links
Twitter - @AshleyCVCF
Twitter - @centralvalleycf
Facebook - www.facebook.com/centralvalleycf/
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LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/company/centralvalleycf/
YouTube - www.youtube.com/channel/UCl1GxeE3jLVMiw9mfd3SJuQ
Founded in 1966, it provides giving options for individuals, families, businesses and other foundations to invest in programs that address social and environmental needs.
The foundation works with donors and nonprofits to advance effective philanthropy and build stronger communities with a staff possessing in-depth knowledge of the needs of the region and the agencies and organizations that are working to find solutions.
Web Address
www.centralvalleycf.org
Social Media Links
Twitter - @AshleyCVCF
Twitter - @centralvalleycf
Facebook - www.facebook.com/centralvalleycf/
Instagram - www.instagram.com/centralvalleycf/
LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/company/centralvalleycf/
YouTube - www.youtube.com/channel/UCl1GxeE3jLVMiw9mfd3SJuQ
Recent News from Central Valley Community Foundation
Community Foundations Move Millions to Support Community Investments
Foundation: Grand Rapids Community Foundation, MacArthur Foundation, Chicago Community Trust, Philadelphia Foundation, Central Valley Community Foundation
More unusual, however, was the decision of the Fresno-based Central Valley Community Foundation to deposit $2.6 million, “making the...more
Foundation: Grand Rapids Community Foundation, MacArthur Foundation, Chicago Community Trust, Philadelphia Foundation, Central Valley Community Foundation
More unusual, however, was the decision of the Fresno-based Central Valley Community Foundation to deposit $2.6 million, “making the...more
Moving Community Foundation Dollars from Wall Street to Main Street
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation, Silicon Valley Community Foundation, Chicago Community Trust, Philadelphia Foundation, Central Valley Community Foundation
That same year, community foundations took in another $9.7 billion, and gave out $8.3 billion in grants. It's not uncommon for community...more
Foundation: MacArthur Foundation, Silicon Valley Community Foundation, Chicago Community Trust, Philadelphia Foundation, Central Valley Community Foundation
That same year, community foundations took in another $9.7 billion, and gave out $8.3 billion in grants. It's not uncommon for community...more
Calling All Filmmakers: Grants Available To Tell Your Story
Foundation: Central Valley Community Foundation
FRESNO – Central Valley Community Foundation (CVCF) is excited to announce the second year of its regional film making competition...more
Foundation: Central Valley Community Foundation
FRESNO – Central Valley Community Foundation (CVCF) is excited to announce the second year of its regional film making competition...more
Community Foundation Update (05/12/18)
Foundation: Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan, Central Kansas Community Foundation, High Point Community Foundation, Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, Pittsburgh Foundation, Central Valley Community Foundation
California. The Fresno-based Central Valley Community Foundation has announced the departure of Kelvin F. Alfaro, its director of programs...more
Foundation: Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan, Central Kansas Community Foundation, High Point Community Foundation, Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, Pittsburgh Foundation, Central Valley Community Foundation
California. The Fresno-based Central Valley Community Foundation has announced the departure of Kelvin F. Alfaro, its director of programs...more
Fresno parks advocates launch tax initiative aimed at November ballot
Foundation: Central Valley Community Foundation
In 2016 and '17, the Central Valley Community Foundation commissioned two polls by The Trust for Public Land that showed support of more than 70 percent of likely Fresno voters for the proposal. The...more
Foundation: Central Valley Community Foundation
In 2016 and '17, the Central Valley Community Foundation commissioned two polls by The Trust for Public Land that showed support of more than 70 percent of likely Fresno voters for the proposal. The...more
Irvine Foundation Awards $14.2 Million in March Grants
Foundation: Community Foundation for Monterey County, James Irvine Foundation, Irvine Foundation, Central Valley Community Foundation
The James Irvine Foundation has announced eleven grants totaling more than $14.2 million to organizations working to expand opportunity for all Californians. The foundation's March grants include...more
Foundation: Community Foundation for Monterey County, James Irvine Foundation, Irvine Foundation, Central Valley Community Foundation
The James Irvine Foundation has announced eleven grants totaling more than $14.2 million to organizations working to expand opportunity for all Californians. The foundation's March grants include...more
Downtown Fresno swoons as college district buys landmark to be new HQ
Foundation: Central Valley Community Foundation
"This is such an exciting announcement to see such a significant public institution choose downtown Fresno," said former Mayor Ashley Swearengin, CEO of the Central Valley Community...more
Foundation: Central Valley Community Foundation
"This is such an exciting announcement to see such a significant public institution choose downtown Fresno," said former Mayor Ashley Swearengin, CEO of the Central Valley Community...more
Sun-Star reporters take top journalism honors at Fresno State's Gruner Awards
Foundation: Central Valley Community Foundation
... sponsored by The Fresno Bee and the Department of Mass Communication and Journalism at Fresno State. The judging is done by a group of professional journalists outside the Valley. The Gruner...more
Foundation: Central Valley Community Foundation
... sponsored by The Fresno Bee and the Department of Mass Communication and Journalism at Fresno State. The judging is done by a group of professional journalists outside the Valley. The Gruner...more
Bee's teen pregnancy series honored with Gruner Public Service award
Foundation: Central Valley Community Foundation
... the Department of Mass Communication and Journalism at Fresno State. The judging is done by a group of professional journalists outside the Valley. The Gruner awards are funded by the Central...more
Foundation: Central Valley Community Foundation
... the Department of Mass Communication and Journalism at Fresno State. The judging is done by a group of professional journalists outside the Valley. The Gruner awards are funded by the Central...more
The Board Room for Feb. 19
Foundation: Central Valley Community Foundation
The partnership will allow FHCN to operate existing clinics on Community's downtown Community Regional Medical Center campus at the Deran Koligian Ambulatory Care Center. ▫ The Central Valley...more
Foundation: Central Valley Community Foundation
The partnership will allow FHCN to operate existing clinics on Community's downtown Community Regional Medical Center campus at the Deran Koligian Ambulatory Care Center. ▫ The Central Valley...more
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