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Support the work that makes it all possible. Giving to the Athens Area Community Foundation means investing in the foundation itself, fueling the work that connects people, supports nonprofits, and responds to our community’s evolving needs.
Let us help you create a personalized path for your generosity. Giving through the foundation allows you to turn your passion into a lasting philanthropic plan. We work alongside you to create a charitable fund that reflects what matters most to you, whether that’s supporting a specific nonprofit, helping students, or responding to community needs.
Join others to meet today’s biggest needs. Giving with the foundation means coming together with others to support the issues that matter most. Our signature community funds are guided by local leaders and built to respond to real needs across the Athens area. When you give with us, you’re helping make a community-driven impact.
These funds allow us to stay responsive, strategic, and forward-thinking, so your gift goes where it’s needed most.
At the Athens Area Community Foundation, we are your local experts in philanthropy. We live here, we listen well, and we stay connected to what our community needs most.
Our values guide everything we do. In every situation, with every interaction, and at every point of service, we aim to GIVE:
Together, these values spark something powerful: allowing us to GIVE with joy.
Whether you choose to give to, through, or with the community foundation, you’re helping build a stronger, more connected community. And you don’t have to do it alone; we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
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The Athens Area Community Foundation is a public grantmaking foundation that builds community by encouraging long term giving through funds created by caring donors.
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