Charlevoix County Community Foundation

WHO WE ARE The Charlevoix County Community Foundation is a charitable organization that's dedicated to improving and enriching life for all who live in our area. Founded by a group of local citizens in 1992 with support from the Frey Foundation, the Council of Michigan Foundations, the Malpass Foundation, EJ (formerly East Jordan Iron Works), and the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, the organization has grown to be a valuable resource for our county. WHAT WE DO We make our community a better place. Every year, the foundation receives gifts of all sizes from hundreds of donors. With assistance from a team of financial managers, the gifts we receive are carefully invested to create a permanent endowment. Earnings from this endowment are used to make grants that support a wide variety of community programs. Each year, our grants encourage environmental stewardship, artistic talent, and economic growth, health and wellness, youth initiatives, recreation, education, and more. MISSION To enhance the quality of life for all citizens of Charlevoix County, now and for generations to come. VISION To be the trustworthy resource for philanthropy by building permanent endowment, addressing needs through grantmaking, and providing leadership resources to serve our community. For good. For ever. CORE VALUES Integrity: We will act ethically in every relationship. Stewardship: We will support and preserve donor intent across generations. Excellence: We will meet or exceed expectations in all we do. Respect: We will honor the dignity and worth of all. Leadership: We will act as a catalyst and collaborate with others to build a better tomorrow.