The North Georgia Community Foundation (NGCF) recently awarded 242 scholarships totaling $502,825. These new scholarship recipients were comprised of high school seniors, current college students, and non-traditional students. The 2022 scholarship cycle offered award opportunities from 66 scholarship funds, many of which awarded more than one scholarship. Each scholarship had specific eligibility criteria and were[…..]
Making an Impact TOGETHER Our NGCF 2021 Annual Report highlights the philanthropic impact the North Georgia Community Foundation made last year because of support from those who believe in our mission to invest generously in the lives of those who call our community home. The report shares about the record – breaking growth NGCF has had, over the[…..]
We are adding to our North Georgia Community Foundation Team! Please read the job description below and instructions on how to apply for this open position. Manager of Fundholder Experience POSITION OVERVIEW: The Manager of Fundholder Experience position operates with a continuous goal to enhance and support the Foundation’s vision, mission, and the overall long-term[…..]
NGCF Welcomes Four New Community Leaders to Board of Directors Gainesville, GA – The North Georgia Community Foundation (NGCF) is pleased to welcome four new board members who will each help support NGCF’s mission to help individuals and nonprofits invest generously in the lives of those who call our community home. Joining the board for[…..]
NGCF Annual Scholarship Cycle is Open: Two New Scholarships Added for 2022 Application Deadline: March 1, 2022 Gainesville, GA – The North Georgia Community Foundation’s (NGCF) annual scholarship cycle is now open, with scholarship awards from $500 to $15,000 to be announced this spring. Students across North Georgia may submit applications online through March 1,[…..]
Mary Hart Wilheit is a woman of grace and love. We are honored that she is a current (and founding) NGCF Board Member, as well as a past Board Chair. One of the things we appreciate the most about Mary Hart is how she is always sharing her words of wisdom and encouragement everywhere she[…..]
North Georgia Community Foundation Grants Over $485,000 to North Georgia Nonprofits Grants are supplemented by gifts from advised charitable funds GAINESVILLE, Ga. – The North Georgia Community Foundation (NGCF) has awarded a total of $485,773 in grants to 39 local nonprofit organizations through its Community Grant Cycle for 2021. The grants support nonprofits, programs and[…..]
The Chattahoochee Oconee Forests Interpretive Fund is Accepting Grant Applications September 15 – October 15, 2021. Read below for details regarding the grant submission that must be completed and sent in by 5:00 p.m. on October 15. Eligibility Proposals are accepted from North Georgia nonprofit organizations with their 501c3 status, government and educational institutions. Grants[…..]
GAINESVILLE, GA. – The North Georgia Community Foundation (NGCF) has continued its support in the community by distributing $426,500 scholarship awards to students pursuing their post-secondary education this Fall. The funds are the total of 217 awards from Scholarship Funds administered by NGCF and follow on from last year’s distribution of $385,000. NGCF currently oversees[…..]
GAINESVILLE, GA. – The North Georgia Community Foundation (NGCF) awarded a $75,000 Opportunity Grant to the Boys & Girls Club of Lanier to provide their programming to eight new sites throughout Habersham County. The Boys & Girls of Lanier has provided a safe and nurturing environment in Hall and Forsyth Counties, which led Habersham County[…..]
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