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There is a deadly virus lurking. And it’s called racism.
A letter to the community from Triangle Community Foundation Dear friends, There is a deadly virus lurking in our community, and our nation. These last few months have seen us subjected to circumstances that no one could have anticipated or… Continued “There is a deadly virus lurking. And it’s called racism.” Blog: Triangle Community Foundation
What Comes Next?
This blog post originally ran in the Triangle Business Journal, as part of their "A Better World" piece, a monthly column from philanthropic leaders. After the shock of a crisis wears off and the initial surge of charitable giving dies… Continued “What Comes Next?”
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An Inside Look at Artist Lakeshia T. Reid’s show, In Front of the Mirror
We’re so lucky at Triangle Community Foundation to have new art exhibits every six months through our partnership with Durham Art Guild’s [email protected] program. As part of the Foundation’s focus on regional cultural arts, our office space also serves as… Continued “An Inside Look at Artist Lakeshia T. Reid’s show, In Front of the Mirror”
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Gratitude for our Planet: Celebrating an Adapted 50th Anniversary of Earth Day
This year, April 22nd marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. It will also be my family’s 38th day at home due to COVID-19. Although this year’s celebration of Earth Day won’t look anything like how I’d (or probably anyone… Continued “Gratitude for our Planet: Celebrating an Adapted 50th Anniversary of Earth Day”
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Nonprofits Need Support Now
Originally published in the Triangle Business Journal in collaboration with Lori O'Keefe, CEO of the Triangle Community Foundation, and Jeanne Tedrow, CEO and president of the N.C. Center for Nonprofits. In the blink of an eye, our world has changed.… Continued “Nonprofits Need Support Now”
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Statement
A Message from President & CEO Lori O’Keefe Regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19) Preparation and Support Triangle Community Foundation is closely monitoring the local impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. While this situation is quickly developing, there is still much we do… Continued “Coronavirus (COVID-19) Statement” Blog: Triangle Community Foundation
What is a Community Foundation?
I’m a huge fan of baseball. HUGE. I played softball growing up, and it really doesn’t matter what team is playing, I just want to be in the stadium (or better yet — on the field) contemplating the teams’ next… Continued “What is a Community Foundation?”
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But I want to touch the art!
When I first saw Sharron Parker’s pieces hung on the walls at Triangle Community Foundation’s office, I had two thoughts: first, they are so intrinsically beautiful, and second, I really want to touch them! And I wasn’t alone. One of… Continued “But I want to touch the art!”
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Demystifying the Donor-advised Fund
With the first year of the new tax reform behind us, the philanthropic sector is starting to analyze what impacts these changes have had on giving. According to a report by Giving USA, charitable giving was down 1.1% in… Continued “Demystifying the Donor-advised Fund”