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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Joshua Bomstein and Gregory C. Yadley headshots
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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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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When hurricanes strike, the physical toll is obvious—damaged homes, disrupted lives, and communities left to rebuild.
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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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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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When Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton struck, their devastation was felt throughout South Hillsborough County.
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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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Hurricane Helene in Tampa Florida||Hurricane Helene leaves Tampa Bay in need of relief
The Community Foundation Tampa Bay is committing $1.2M to ongoing hurricane relief and recovery efforts.
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Professional advisor guides client through charitable giving conversation
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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The Community Foundation's team of staff dedicated to philanthropic giving provides an overview of the impact of sunsetting taxes on estate planning.
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||||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 has seen a resurgence in popularity, as spotlighted in a recent podcast episode from The New York Times’ “The Daily.”
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Pinellas Chapter of the Florida Association for Women Lawyers installation event sworn in by Honorable Diane Croff at Community Foundation Tampa Bay Pinellas office||Nicolette Rea, JD||||PFAWL installation event sworn in by Honorable Diane Croff at Community Foundation Tampa Bay Pinellas office
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 white coat graduation marks academic success for Hillsborough County students.||BEST students who achieved academic success celebrate their graduation with representatives from Community Foundation Tampa Bay.
Friday, June 28 marked a milestone for Brain Expansion Scholastic Training (BEST).
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The Community Foundation Tampa Bay has received a $300,000 grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, which is committed to improving health and health equity in the United States.
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Barry Alpert, as the founder of Alpert Financial Group, Inc., has extensive experience in the banking and insurance industries, having served as Chairman, Director, President and Chief Executive Officer of numerous financial services companies.
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