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Branch County Community Foundation
May 14, 2024
Collaborating for Community Impact: BCCF and Branch County United Way Join Forces for Emergency Relief Funding
In the aftermath of the recent tornadoes that have impacted our community, the Branch County Community Foundation and Branch County United W


Branch County Community Foundation
May 14, 2024
Meet the Newest Addition to BCCF's Team: Ashli Vogler
The Branch County Community Foundation is thrilled to announce the newest addition to our team – Ashli Vogler, who will be stepping into the

Branch County Community Foundation
Apr 19, 2024
2024 Youth Grant Cycle Funding Announced
With the 2024 Youth Grant Cycle, over $20,388 was provided to fund six different projects in our service area!

Branch County Community Foundation
Apr 4, 2024
Giving may be on the upswing
Philanthropy now appears to be on the upswing and is expected to rise by 4.2%.

Branch County Community Foundation
Apr 3, 2024
In the business of giving
If you’re a business owner, odds are you already give back to your community. Like many charitably minded people, your business likely ...

Branch County Community Foundation
Apr 2, 2024
Five FAQs to help you establish an endowment
Here are answers to five frequently asked questions about setting up an endowment fund.

Branch County Community Foundation
Mar 14, 2024
We're Hiring! Join Our Team!
The Branch County Community Foundation seeks a part-time Program Officer to work up to 20 hours weekly in our Coldwater, MI, office.

Branch County Community Foundation
Mar 6, 2024
Fund types tailored to your client’s charitable goals
The community foundation offers charitable giving vehicles to meet a wide range of clients’ needs. In many cases, a single client can...

Branch County Community Foundation
Mar 5, 2024
Our door is open: What happens when you meet with the team
Wherever you are in the stages of your philanthropic planning, the team at the community foundation is here for you and considers our...

Branch County Community Foundation
Feb 9, 2024
2024 BCCF Scholarship Deadline Extended!
Because of FASFA delays, the Branch County Community Foundation has extended our scholarship application deadline to Friday, April 5th...


Branch County Community Foundation
Feb 8, 2024
What happens when I leave a bequest to my fund at the community foundation?
When you leave a residuary bequest to your fund at the community foundation, our team will be involved at various steps during the administr


Branch County Community Foundation
Feb 8, 2024
Big or small, every gift matters
At every level of giving, philanthropy is a catalyst for improving quality of life. Indeed, anyone with a willingness to give can be a phila


Branch County Community Foundation
Feb 8, 2024
FAQs: A snapshot of tax-time charitable giving questions
Here are three questions that are top of mind for many advisors, along with answers that can help you!

Branch County Community Foundation
Jan 12, 2024
Back to basics: An endowment refresher course
At your next board meeting, consider reminding your directors about the reasons your donors make gifts to your organization’s endowment fund


Branch County Community Foundation
Jan 12, 2024
YAC Funding Available with new requirements
As part of its commitment to empowering youth, YAC has identified key priorities through its comprehensive needs assessment.

Branch County Community Foundation
Jan 12, 2024
New Board Members Welcomed to the Community Foundation
The Branch County Community Foundation is delighted to welcome two exceptional individuals to our esteemed Board of Directors.


Branch County Community Foundation
Dec 13, 2023
YAC Spreads Holiday Cheer
The Youth Advisory Council (YAC) at the Branch County Community Foundation were busy this month completing their first community service pro


Branch County Community Foundation
Dec 8, 2023
Make the Most of Your Donor-Advised Fund
Life gets busy, the months fly by, and it's tempting to put your donor-advised fund on autopilot. But that would be a missed opportunity.


Branch County Community Foundation
Dec 8, 2023
Funding Opportunities for 2024
Grant applications open January 1st. Get the details here.


Branch County Community Foundation
Nov 17, 2023
Youth Advisory Council presents "Introduction to Philanthropy" at local schools
YAC has presented its “Introduction to Philanthropy” to every public school in Branch County and Colon.
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