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Creating A Lasting Gift
December 5, 2007
CREATING A LASTING GIFT
By Spicer
Bell
As thoughts of Thanksgiving dinner fade, all of us associated with the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore encourage the residents of our many communities to think about doing their own thanksgiving—by making a long-term financial investment in the Lower Shore.
We are approaching the 25th anniversary of the Community Foundation and its service to
Somerset , Wicomico and
Worcester
Counties . During that time, we have awarded grants and scholarships of over $28.9 million from our more than 425 funds. The Community Foundation has helped area residents get into the giving spirit by providing the tools and resources to make meaningful and lasting gifts—and we continue to do so in a way that is easy, flexible and personable.
A strong community foundation is one of the best investments we can make to ensure a better quality of life for all of us. No other organization does what we do: connect donors of today with the community needs of tomorrow. The Community Foundation of the
Eastern Shore is our legacy for the future.
As proud members of this community, we have a deep understanding of the challenges and needs here, and we are working hard to meet those needs. In 2007, through the help of our many donors, we disbursed over 200 grants to charitable organizations working to enrich the lives of area residents, meet critical needs and enhance cultural opportunities.
However, as 2008 approaches, there is still more to do. While many of us can count our bountiful blessings this holiday season, we have neighbors who are not as fortunate. The demand for human services continues to increase, and we need your assistance in meeting these needs. By doing so we are making a difference for the future of the
Lower
Shore .
During this season of giving, individuals of all races, genders and economic classes are committing to donating to one of the more than 770 community foundations located across this nation, because they seek to enhance their community and the lives of the people living there. Because of their generosity, stronger hometowns where families want to establish roots are being created, recreational parks are being built in greater numbers, social service programs are being offered at a higher quality and promising local students are receiving more scholarship opportunities. You have the power to make those changes right here in our area.
This holiday season, we encourage you to think about the issues you support and the philanthropic gifts you may like to make, and, when you’re ready, contact us to find out how we can help. You can learn more about the Community Foundation at www.cfes.org or by calling us at 410-742-9911.
The Thanksgiving turkey and sweet potato pie may be gone, but the gift you choose to give through a fund at the Community Foundation can last forever. Keep in mind how important it is that we all give back to our communities. Whether it’s starting your philanthropic fund at the Community Foundation or writing a check to your favorite charity – please consider giving.
