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A Landmark Achievement Worth Celebrating
Community Foundation Tampa Bay hosted a night of festivities and celebration to mark two major milestones— 35 years of impact and $1 billion in philanthropic funds committed to our region's future.
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Standing Out in a Competitive Field: What to Know Before You Apply for Community Foundation Tampa Bay’s Competitive Grants
Each year, Community Foundation Tampa Bay is fortunate to receive hundreds of grant applications from nonprofit organizations that are making a real difference in our region.
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Rising to the Challenge: How C.A.R.E. Animal Shelter and a Generous Fundholder Created a Transformative Opportunity
When generosity meets determination, incredible things happen.
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Wise giving: Advising clients on supporting disaster relief efforts
In the wake of the devastating California wildfires that ravaged communities around Los Angeles at the beginning of 2025, many of your clients have been understandably eager to provide assistance to those affected.
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Tampa Bay Business Journal’s Business Women of the Year: Congratulating Marlene Spalten
Marlene Spalten, President & CEO of Community Foundation Tampa Bay, has been recognized as one of Tampa Bay Business Journal’s 32 Businesswomen of the Year and has also secured a spot on the prestigious Power 100 list.
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The South Shore Women’s Club Luncheon: A Celebration of Community and Connection
Last week, Community Foundation Tampa Bay hosted the South Shore Women’s Club Luncheon, bringing together dedicated women from across the South Shore community.
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PCAT Literacy Ministries: Supporting Students and Families Through Hurricane Recovery
When Hurricanes Helene and Milton swept through Tampa Bay, they left behind more than damaged buildings and flooded streets—they uprooted lives.
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Your Charitable Planning Cheat Sheet
At Community Foundation Tampa Bay, we’ve recently been asked by attorneys, CPAs, and financial advisors for “cheat sheet” resources to make it easy to determine which type of charitable planning tool is best for a particular client.
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QCDs: $105,000, $108,000, and more things to smile about
As you and other attorneys, CPAs, and financial advisors put the finishing touches on implementing clients’ year-end charitable giving plans, you may have a moment when it hits you: “Wait, how exactly does a Qualified Charitable Distribution work?”
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Charitable Giving in Times of Natural Disasters
As a long-time resident of the Tampa Bay area, I have learned a few facts about our community: we are proud of our region, and we are generous to one another.
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Community Foundation Tampa Bay adds two new members to its Board of Trustees
The Community Foundation Tampa Bay is pleased to announce the addition of Joshua Bomstein and Gregory C. Yadley to its Board of Trustees.
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Match Opportunities at Community Foundation Tampa Bay: 4 Ways to Amplify Your Impact
At Community Foundation Tampa Bay, we are dedicated to maximizing the impact of philanthropic giving through a variety of matching opportunities.
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Hurricanes & Mental Health: Helping Nonprofits Make a Lasting Impact
When hurricanes strike, the physical toll is obvious—damaged homes, disrupted lives, and communities left to rebuild.
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Supporting Tampa Bay’s Universities and Colleges in Hurricane Relief Efforts
At Community Foundation Tampa Bay (CFTB), we understand that the impact of a hurricane reaches beyond immediate damage, with long-lasting challenges that ripple across every part of our community.
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Rebuilding Futures: Supporting Children and Schools Though Hurricane Recovery
In the aftermath of hurricanes like Helene and Milton, our community’s K-12 children face enormous challenges.
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Generous Donors Drive Hurricane Recovery Efforts
To amplify and inspire giving during these challenging times, donations to the Tampa Bay Rapid Response Fund will be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to $250,000.*
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Restoring Hope at Mary & Martha House After Hurricane Helene
When Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton struck, their devastation was felt throughout South Hillsborough County.
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Resources for those affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton
Local, state and federal resources – both government and nonprofit – have mobilized to help with the immediate, emergency needs of those who affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
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Community Foundation Tampa Bay commits $1.2M to hurricane relief
The Community Foundation Tampa Bay is committing $1.2M to ongoing hurricane relief and recovery efforts.
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Navigating Charitable Giving: Guiding Your Clients Through the Process
Many people focus on charitable giving in the fall, as they’re eager to make an impact while benefiting from potential tax advantages.
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Estate Planning: Exemption Sunsets Soon, Take Action to Preserve Your Legacy
In Tampa Bay, our sunsets are nothing short of spectacular. But there’s another kind of sunset approaching that affects estate planning decisions. Key estate tax provisions are potentially sunsetting at the end of 2025.
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Tampa couple’s personal approach to philanthropy maximizes impact
Carl and Dr. Lyda Lindell have long been known as philanthropists. They’ve supported numerous nonprofits, initiatives, and causes locally and across the globe throughout their careers in Tampa Bay.
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Cryptocurrency Donations: Embracing the Future of Philanthropy
Cryptocurrency has seen a resurgence in popularity, as spotlighted in a recent podcast episode from The New York Times’ “The Daily.”
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Nicolette Rea named Grant Chair of FAWL’s Pinellas Chapter
Nicolette Rea, J.D., Associate Counsel and Director of Donor Relations at Community Foundation Tampa Bay, has been elected Grant Chair of the Pinellas Chapter of the Florida Association for Women Lawyers (PFAWL) for the 2024-2025 year.
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BEST supports academic success while increasing diversity in medical field
Friday, June 28 marked a milestone for Brain Expansion Scholastic Training (BEST).
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