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The Charity Gala

November 8, 2025
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6:00 pm

Save the date for the 34th Annual Charity Gala as we celebrate 40 years of impact and recognize community leaders.

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The Charity Gala

11.8.2025
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6:00 pm

Save the date for the 34th Annual Charity Gala as we celebrate 40 years of impact and recognize community leaders.

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100 Women Who Care Awards Celebration Luncheon

3.6.2026
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11:30 am

Save the date for the 3rd Annual 100 Women Who Care: West Tennessee Awards Luncheon in March 2026. Be a part of the impact and learn more about the power of women in philanthropy.

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Community Foundation of West Tennessee Celebrates 40 Years of Impact

March 26, 2025

Community Foundation of West Tennessee hosted a kickoff event for its 40th anniversary on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at the New Southern Hotel in downtown Jackson. This occasion marks the beginning of a year-long celebration to highlight the organization’s history, impact and future.

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100 Women Who Care Awards $17,000 to West Tennessee Nonprofits

March 7, 2025

100 Women Who Care: West Tennessee awarded $17,000 in grants to local nonprofits at an awards luncheon on March 7, 2025. The event brought together members to network, hear from nonprofit finalists, and vote for the nonprofits to be funded.

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Community Foundation of West Tennessee to Award $100,000 in Upcoming Year

February 1, 2025

Community Foundation of West Tennessee is accepting proposals from regional nonprofits for its annual Community Impact Grants. The organization is offering $100,000 in funding to support projects and initiatives that serve West Tennessee residents.

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Jackson Bowling and Skating Family Fun Center Donates $30,000 to Local Nonprofits

January 8, 2025

In partnership with Community Foundation of West Tennessee, Jackson Bowling and Skating Family Fun Center is donating $30,000 to five local nonprofits in celebration of its 30th anniversary in business.

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Humboldt Chapter of the Community Foundation Donates $4,000 to Support Local Nonprofits

October 8, 2024

The Humboldt Chapter of the Community Foundation of West Tennessee donated $4,000 to local nonprofits during a check presentation in Gibson County on Tuesday, October 8, 2024.

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Community Foundation of West Tennessee Hosts 2024 Patrons’ Party

September 20, 2024

The Community Foundation of West Tennessee hosted its 2024 Patrons’ Party on Thursday, September 19, 2024. The party was at the home of Caroline and Jeb Campbell in Jackson, Tenn.

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Q+A with Heaven's Cradle

August 12, 2024

In this month's The Faces of Our Community spotlight, we are highlighting Heaven’s Cradle, a Community Project Fund at the Community Foundation of West Tennessee. We sat down with Rosy Griffin for a Q+A to share the impact the fund makes for so many families in our community.

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Community Foundation Donates 100 Heartbeat Bears to West Tennessee Women’s Center

August 8, 2024

The Community Foundation of West Tennessee donated 100 heartbeat bears to West Tennessee Women’s Center at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital as a part of the Butterfly’s Embrace program.

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Community Foundation Donates $10,187.76 to Support Jackson Animal Care Center Needs

August 1, 2024

The Community Foundation of West Tennessee presented the Jackson Animal Care Center with a donation of $10,187.76 to support the center’s mission and help provide a physical and mental enrichment area outdoors for the animals.

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Community Foundation of West Tennessee Awards $75,000 in Community Impact Grants

June 27, 2024

Community Foundation of West Tennessee awarded $75,000 in Community Impact Grants to eight organizations at its annual awards celebration.

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Behind the Scenes: Your Philanthropy Team

April 25, 2024

In this month's The Faces of Our Community spotlight, we are going behind the scenes with our staff to learn about their roles in serving our donors, fund representatives, and community.

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2024 Jackson Award Recipients

9.20.2024

Meet our 2024 Class of Jackson Awards. We look forward to recognizing these leaders for their contributions to Jackson.

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2024 May and Dr. A. Barnett Scott Service Award Recipients

9.20.2024

Meet the 2024 May and Dr. A. Barnett Scott Service Award recipients - Dr. Sandra Dee and Eduardo Morales.

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2024 Tigrett Award Recipients

9.20.2024

Meet our 2024 Tigrett Award recipients - Alice and Carl Kirkland.

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Community Foundation Announces Advancement of Haley Fortune to Community Impact Manager

7.24.2024

The Community Foundation of West Tennessee announced the advancement of Haley Fortune to Community Impact Manager.

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Call for Art - 33rd Annual Charity Gala

6.14.2024

We are excited to highlight the arts, culture, and music of West Tennessee at The Charity Gala. Elevate local creatives by submitting your art by October 25, 2024.

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6 Reasons to Join 100 Women Who Care

3.19.2024

100 Women Who Care: West Tennessee is centered around empowering women to get involved in their community. Here are 6 reasons you should consider joining this initiative.

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