The festive season can be a tough time for the most marginalised in local communities and local generosity and care can make a real difference. While we encourage giving at any time of year, giving through your local community foundation at this time of year is smart and fulfilling, in several ways:
Ultimately, giving through your local community foundation is a way to make this holiday season more meaningful and impactful, centering connectedness, kindness and community at the heart of your giving. Gifts, big and small, are all welcome. Contact your local community foundation today to find out how you can make your giving smarter, more meaningful and more fulfilling this silly season.
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