Overview
People give through the Foundation- not to the Foundation.
The Greater Lowell Community Foundation is committed to improving the quality of life in the region through philanthropic leadership and service. Working together with our generous donors we strive to make a positive impact in the lives of people in our communities, so that together we can:
- Improve the quality of life in the communities we serve.
- Advocate private giving for the public good.
- Provide philanthropic services to donors of all means.
- Convene and connect resources with community needs and opportunities.
- Be a source of knowledge on issues affecting philanthropy and the community.
- Be held to the highest ethical standards through fairness in policies and procedures, full and objective review of funding requests, and the avoidance of conflict of interest.
- Maximize the impact of its grant and program initiatives.
- Participate in the national community foundation field and philanthropy as a whole.
These guiding principles reflect the commitment of the Community Foundation to provide effective stewardship of the charitable resources entrusted to it.
Whatever your means, whatever your goals, whatever your passion, the GLCF can help you realize your charitable aspirations. Many people, like you, are interested in giving back to this community in ways that have both impact and longevity. Because we work for the community, we know the nonprofit landscape, we understand the needs of the communities we serve, and we address a wide range of community needs from education, scholarships, hunger, and the environment, to youth and family services, homelessness, healthcare and arts & culture, to name just a few.
The GLCF provides you with maximum tax deductibility, has the sophistication to handle complex assets as well as the simple ones, and offers personalized service to help you accomplish your charitable goals. Overall, giving through the Community Foundation is flexible and easy. Working together with community leaders and neighbors, we will strengthen the capacity of our community for genuine and lasting change.
The GLCF- Looking Forward, Giving Back.
