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Substantial Gift to the Community Foundation Renames Philanthropy Education Program

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Lauren DeIorio, Community Foundation President & Executive DirectorPhone (352) 622-5020 ext. 102Email: Lauren@OcalaFoundation.org NonProfit Business Council Program Now Named “Adam Hanson Youth Philanthropy in Action” Ocala, FL (September 28, 2021) – With a three-year financial commitment totaling $150,000 from the Adam Hanson Better Communities Fund, the Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion County has renamed…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Local Nonprofits Receive Contributions from Youth Philanthropy in Action Middle School Students

Ocala, FL – (April 28, 2021) The Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion County and NonProfit Business Council awarded a total of $2,500 as part of the Youth Philanthropy in Action (YPIA) program. In spring 2021, two Marion County schools participated: Belleview Middle School (BMS) and Osceola Middle School (OMS). OMS also participated in YPIA in the…

The Community Foundation Has Added 2 New Employees in 2021 To-Date

Ocala, FL (April 23, 2021) —The Community Foundation of Ocala / Marion County is happy to announce the growth of our staff! Meet the new team members who have joined us so far this year. Jim Hillebrandt – Prior to joining the Foundation, Jim was the President & CEO of HEICO Wire Group, a role…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: NonProfit Business Council to Meet In-Person about Community Development Block Grants

Ocala, FL (April 2, 2021) — The NonProfit Business Council, a program of The Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion County, announces the upcoming meeting of the membership on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at 8:30 a.m. to be held at the Ocala Police Department Community Room, 402 S. Pine Ave, Ocala. This meeting marks the return of…

Community Foundation’s 2021 State of Marion County, FL Nonprofit Survey Results

Over the past few weeks, the Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion County has surveyed a number of nonprofit organizations across Marion County. These organization range in service area, from arts and humanitarianism, to animal rights, religious organizations, and advocacy groups. These responses will go to our local, state, and federally elected officials as they determine future…

Community Foundation Awards $24,000 in Muns Nursing Scholarships

Angelica G. Muns Nursing Scholarships are Awarded in Fall and Spring Semesters. Ocala, FL., (February 15, 2021) The Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion County recently awarded $24,000 for the 2021 spring semester from the Angelica G. Muns Nursing Scholarship fund. A total of 12 students were awarded $2,000 each. Since 2016, the Community Foundation has administered…

MEDIA RELEASE: Nursing Students Asked to Apply for Angelica G. Muns Scholarships

The Angelica G. Muns Nursing Scholarship Application Window is Now Open until January 4, 2021. Ocala/Marion County Nursing Students Should Apply.

Marion County Funds “Stronger Marion Nonprofits'” Grants Through the Community Foundation

The Marion County Board of County Commissioners and The Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion County have partnered to provide grants to eligible nonprofits offering essential services within the Marion County, Florida community.

Community-Wide Day of Giving Set for October

The Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion County announces a community day of giving – Give4Marion – coming Tuesday, October 20, 2020. Beginning at 10 a.m., this 24-hour fundraising event offers people a convenient way to give to multiple organizations of their choice quickly and easily through a single platform.

3rd Annual Guide to Charitable Giving: Back by Popular Demand

The NonProfit Business Council (NPBC), a program of the Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion County, proudly announces planning for the 3rd Annual Guide to Charitable Giving is underway. This Guide is the OFFICIAL publication of the NonProfit Business Council and provides a comprehensive overview of all Marion County nonprofits.