Matt Caylor, Author at The Foundation For Enhancing Communities

The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) has earned three of the most respected recognitions in the nonprofit sector, affirming its commitment to transparency, accountability and lasting impact. These honors matter to everyone TFEC serves: donors who want their...

Perry County Community Foundation Awards $29,171 to Strengthen Local Programs

NEW BLOOMFIELD, Pa. – The Perry County Community Foundation (PCCF), established in 1987 to support the county’s long-term success, has granted $29,171 to 12 nonprofits. These funds will help local families, children and seniors with home repairs, youth activity and...

Non-Traditional Students Succeed with TFEC Aspire to Rise Scholarship

If you are 22 or older and ready to pursue further education despite life’s challenges, the Aspire to Rise Scholarship from The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) can help. This TFEC scholarship supports those who have experienced setbacks such as caregiving...

TFEC Launches Emergent Needs Grant to Support Local Nonprofits

Nonprofits in south central Pennsylvania work tirelessly to address urgent community needs–from food insecurity to healthcare. When these organizations face sudden federal funding disruptions and uncertainty, vital services can suffer. To help continue their essential...

Fulfilling clients’ charitable wishes

Chances are, you’ve already begun to notice that a major transfer of wealth is happening as your Baby Boomer clients establish financial and estate plans to pass their wealth to their Gen X and Millennial children. The dollars involved are eye-popping. Most attorneys,...

Local Nonprofit Leaders Invited to Perry County Listening Session on April 3

Nonprofit leaders and stakeholders serving Perry County are invited to attend a special listening session hosted by The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC), Partnership for Better Health and United Way of the Capital Region. This collaborative event will take...

Harrisburg Hoopla Returns for its 7th Year

Get ready to compete for a cause! The Emerging Philanthropists Program (EPP), a special initiative of The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC), is thrilled to announce the return of Harrisburg Hoopla for its 7th annual event on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at City...

TFEC Welcomes Crystal Brown as Vice President of Equity Initiatives

The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) is proud to announce the appointment of Crystal Brown as its Vice President of Equity Initiatives. “We could not be more excited to have Crystal leading our equity initiatives,” said Jennifer Doyle, president and CEO at...

The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Opens the Second Rounds of 2025 Grants

The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) is excited to announce the second round of 2025 grants. “These grants can make a big difference,” said Caitlin Cluck, director of community investment at TFEC. “They help good ideas grow and give people the tools they...

Estate tax planning: What’s your next move?

As attorneys, CPAs and financial advisors, you’re very aware of potentially significant upcoming changes to the tax laws that could impact your clients. Whether or not a post-election Congress takes action to prevent the estate tax exemption sunset at the end of 2025,...

Navigating Multiple Charitable Strategies for Ultra High-Net-Worth Families

Charitable giving is always an important strategy to discuss with your clients. Many high-net-worth individuals are philanthropic, of course, and charitable gifts reduce taxable income and avoid estate taxes. Charitable giving strategies are particularly relevant as...

Looking Ahead: Charitable Planning Techniques on the Horizon

Fund for Women & Girls, News, Press Releases

The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) team keeps a finger on the pulse of current events and legal developments that could impact the way you work with your charitable clients. Below are three notable items that you’ll likely want to keep in mind this fall....

TFEC PREPARES FOR THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FUND FOR WOMEN & GIRLS

Harrisburg, PA – The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) is thrilled to announce the upcoming 25th anniversary of its special initiative, the Fund for Women & Girls (FWG). Since its inception in 2000, FWG has been a beacon of hope, providing critical...

MACF ANNOUNCES MORE THAN $65,000 IN GRANT AWARDS TO AREA NONPROFITS

HARRISBURG, PA — The Mechanicsburg Area Community Foundation (MACF) announced that $67,702 in grant funds have been awarded to 12 Mechanicsburg area nonprofit organizations through competitive grant opportunities. Awarded projects will commence between September 1,...

FCCF ANNOUNCES MORE THAN $70,000 IN GRANT AWARDS TO AREA NONPROFITS

HARRISBURG, PA —The Franklin County Community Foundation (FCCF) announced that $71,180 in grant funds have been awarded to 20 Franklin County area nonprofit organizations through competitive grant opportunities. Awarded projects will commence between September 1,...

Will a Charitable Remainder Trust Help Secure Your Legacy?

A charitable remainder trust (CRT) allows you to pursue your philanthropic goals while generating income. It is a type of trust that allows you to donate assets to charity while also drawing annual income from it for yourself or a beneficiary. The Foundation for...

The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Launches “Together We Take Action” Funding Program for August

HARRISBURG – The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) is launching the next phase of its “Together We Take Action” program, which supports local, partially funded projects from nonprofits. This initiative not only provides crucial funding to these...

TFEC PROMOTES JESSICA GRAYBILL TO DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS AND HIRES NEW ASSOCIATE

HARRISBURG, PA — The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) is pleased to announce that Jessica Graybill has been promoted to Director of Marketing & Communications with new hire John Gillespie joining the team as the Marketing and Communications Associate....

Planning for a Sunset: Lock in Higher Exemption, Unlock a Legacy

Without legislation to prevent it, the sunsetting of current estate tax laws at the end of 2025 will dramatically reduce the federal estate tax exemption from $13.61 million per person in 2024 to approximately $7 million in 2026 (this includes adjustments for...

TFEC ANNOUNCES JENNIFER DOYLE AS PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

HARRISBURG, PA — Effective July 1, The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Doyle as its new President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Jennifer, who has been serving as Interim President and CEO since early...

Legal Developments: We’re Watching!

As your go-to resource for charitable giving techniques, the team at The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) pays close attention to the best practices in addressing the broad range of your clients’ charitable intentions to support both near-term and long-term...

Need-to-know updates on the proposed donor-advised fund regulations

The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) is committed to providing timely updates on legal and policy developments to help you and other professionals who advise philanthropic clients to stay on top of best practices in charitable planning. In that spirit,...

Charitable Planning for Wealthy Clients: In the Spotlight

As you read up on techniques to structure philanthropy plans for your high-net worth clients, we recommend reviewing the potential impact of the estate tax exemption sunset, as well as making sure you’re one of just half of advisors (!) who are truly helping their...

“Shell Funds” and Other Handy Tools for Charitable Clients Who are Planning Ahead

Getting a jump on a future “to-do” list is always such a good feeling. The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) can proactively help you with your clients’ long-term charitable giving plans by putting in place the structures to receive bequests decades from...

Gifts of Appreciated Stock: Let the Numbers do the Talking

No matter how frequently you remind clients to pause before they automatically reach for the checkbook to make their charitable gifts, many clients still give cash! As an attorney, accountant or financial advisor, you are well aware that giving long-term appreciated...

Your Endowment Fund: A Primer for Your Board of Directors

If your organization has established an endowment or agency fund with The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC), your staff and board of directors are already experiencing the benefits of our relationship. We are here to help you grow critical financial...

How Donor-Advised Funds Help Charities Stay Afloat

You’re no doubt familiar with donor advised funds, especially if some of your donors use their donor advised funds at The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) to support your organization. What you might not know is that the national average annual “pay-out...

Jumpstart Endowment Growth with Donors’ Gifts of Stock

Fund for Women & Girls, News, Press Releases

At The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC), most of our donors have been made aware, often repeatedly, that giving highly appreciated stock to their favorite charities is a very tax-effective strategy. Indeed, gifts of shares held for more than one year are...

THE FUND FOR WOMEN & GIRLS ANNUAL GRANTEE RECOGNITION BREAKFAST TO HONOR 15 ORGANIZATIONS AND $60,000 OF COMMUNITY IMPACT

HARRISBURG, PA — The Fund for Women & Girls (FWG) is delighted to be at the West Shore Country Club on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, for the Annual Grantee Recognition Breakfast. This year’s event will honor and recognize 15 local organizations making a positive impact...

Attention Area Nonprofits! Lotus Fund Now Accepting Letters of Application for Arts Programs Serving Perry County

HARRISBURG, PA — The Lotus Fund, a fund of the Perry County Community Foundation, a regional foundation of The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC), is pleased to announce that Letters of Application are now being accepted from nonprofit organizations for arts...

TFEC PROMOTES TEAM MEMBERS TO SENIOR PHILANTHROPIC OFFICER AND PHILANTHROPIC OFFICER

HARRISBURG, PA — The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) is pleased to announce that Debbie Garrison has been promoted to Senior Philanthropic Officer and Erin Gilbert has been promoted to Philanthropic Officer. Debbie was promoted from her previous position...

TFEC ANNOUNCES JENNIFER DOYLE AS INTERIM PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

HARRISBURG, PA —The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) is excited to announce that Jennifer J. Doyle has been named Interim President and Chief Executive Officer. Jennifer began her career at TFEC back in 2008 as a Program Officer and has held various...

TFEC Tips for Successfully Completing a FAFSA Form

Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the first step in the financial aid process. It allows you to find out if you qualify for financial assistance in the form of grants, federal student loans, scholarships, and work-study. The Foundation...

TFEC ANNOUNCES MORE THAN $500,000 IN GRANTS TO LOCAL NONPROFITS

HARRISBURG, PA — The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) announced $507,196.89 in grants have been awarded to 92 Greater Harrisburg and surrounding area nonprofit organizations through competitive grant opportunities. Awarded projects will commence between...

Janice R. Black, President & CEO for The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Announces Her Retirement

HARRISBURG, PA — As the new Board Chair (Robert Caplan) and the past Board Chair (Carolyn Dumaresq) of The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC), we are sharing the following retirement message from Janice R. Black, President & CEO of TFEC since 1994. Her 29...

Emerging Philanthropists Program Graduate Perspective

A Q&A with Mary Garton, an EPP Class of 2023 Graduate The Emerging Philanthropists Program (EPP) seeks to engage Central PA’s emerging business and community leaders with the great possibilities that lie within philanthropic endeavors in our region. EPP provides...

EMERGING PHILANTHROPISTS PROGRAM GRANTS $5,000 TO HANNA’S PANTRY

Blog, Fund for Women & Girls

HARRISBURG, PA — The Emerging Philanthropists Program (EPP) class of 2023 applied their newly learned community and grantmaking skills by awarding a $5,000 grant to HANNA’s Pantry. Each year, the EPP class decides on a funding priority after assessing community needs....

Make an Impact on Women & Girls in Your Community – Join the Dream Team

Established in 2000 with the vision of uplifting women and girls in the counties of Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Lebanon, Perry, and the Dillsburg Area, The Fund for Women & Girls grants more than $50,000 each year to nonprofits supporting women and girls. As...

TFEC WELCOMES NEW COMMUNITY INVESTMENT ASSOCIATE AND PROMOTES TEAM MEMBER TO CONTROLLER

HARRISBURG, PA — The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) is pleased to announce the addition of Teresa Gonzalez as a Community Investment Associate to the team and that Sharon Bass has been promoted to Controller. Teresa joined the TFEC team as a Community...

Three Steps Students Can Take For Upcoming FAFSA Changes

Federal Student Aid (FSA) has made significant changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application process, including changes to questions and a new eligibility calculation formula. It is important students are aware of these changes so they...

$45,000 SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED TO FRANKLIN COUNTY LAW STUDENT

HARRISBURG, PA — The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) is pleased to announce the Faerie L. Angle Memorial Scholarship Fund has awarded $45,000 to one Franklin County resident studying law. The Faerie L. Angle Memorial Scholarship Fund has awarded $230,000...

TFEC RECEIVES NATIONAL RECOGNITION

Local Organization Reaccredited with Rigorous Philanthropic Standards HARRISBURG, PA — The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) recently received reaccreditation with The Community Foundations National Standards®, the nation’s highest standard for...

TFEC LAUNCHES $250,000 EARLY EDUCATION INITIATIVE

HARRISBURG, PA —The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) launched a grant initiative entitled The Basics Movement in June 2023. This endeavor aims to implement The Basics principles within TFEC’s service area, with five selected partners set to receive...

MACF ANNOUNCES MORE THAN $62,000 IN GRANT AWARDS TO AREA NONPROFITS

HARRISBURG, PA — The Mechanicsburg Area Community Foundation (MACF) announced $62,840.59 in grant funds have been awarded to 14 Mechanicsburg area nonprofit organizations through competitive grant opportunities. Awarded projects will commence between September 1,...

FCCF ANNOUNCES MORE THAN $80,000 IN GRANT AWARDS TO AREA NONPROFITS

HARRISBURG, PA — The Franklin County Community Foundation (FCCF) announced $80,514.11 in grant funds have been awarded to 22 Franklin County area nonprofit organizations through competitive grant opportunities. Awarded projects will commence between September 1, 2023,...

Tips for Your Next Grant Application and How TFEC Can Help

When it comes to applying for grants, it’s crucial to identify opportunities that align with your needs and service area. The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) offers a range of competitive grant opportunities throughout the year, with deadlines on...

Unlock Tax Savings and Support Education with the EITC Program

Did you know you can support families in need in your community and receive PA tax credits? The Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program provides up to 90% PA tax credits when you contribute towards The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) EITC...

PCCF GRANTEE RECEPTION TO HONOR 10 ORGANIZATIONS AND OVER $24,000 OF COMMUNITY IMPACT

HARRISBURG, PA — The Perry County Community Foundation (PCCF), a regional foundation of The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC), is delighted to be at The Winery at Hunter’s Valley on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, for the PCCF Grantee Reception. This year’s event...

HAAPI Creates Visibility for Asian American and Pacific Islander Community During Heritage Month

The Harrisburg Asian American Pacific Islander (HAAPI) Community will be hosting the 2nd Annual AAPI Heritage Month Celebration in May. HAAPI is a project of The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC). Join HAAPI in celebrating and recognizing the contributions...

TFEC PROMOTES CAITLIN CLUCK TO DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY INVESTMENT

HARRISBURG, PA — The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) is pleased to announce that Caitlin Cluck has been promoted to Director of Community Investment. Caitlin was promoted from her previous position as Community Investment Officer to Director of Community...

TFEC WELCOMES NEW BOARD MEMBERS AND TEAM MEMBERS

HARRISBURG, PA — The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) recently added two new members to its Board of Directors and four new members to its team. TFEC is happy to welcome these new members and looks forward to working with them. Cydnee Cohen – Board Member...

HONORING WOMEN IN PHILANTHROPY – 2023 FUND FOR WOMEN AND GIRLS AWARDS

Karen F. Snider Women in Philanthropy & Rising Philanthropist award nominations now open! HARRISBURG, PA — Each year the Fund for Women & Girls (FWG) honors local women who are philanthropists through two awards – the Rising Philanthropists Award and the Karen...

THE FUND FOR WOMEN & GIRLS ANNUAL GRANTEE RECOGNITION BREAKFAST TO HONOR 12 ORGANIZATIONS AND $56,000 OF COMMUNITY IMPACT

HARRISBURG, PA — The Fund for Women & Girls (FWG) is delighted to be at the West Shore Country Club on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, for the Annual Grantee Recognition Breakfast. This year’s event will honor and recognize twelve local organizations making a positive...

EMERGING PHILANTHROPIST PROGRAM BRINGS YOUNG PHILANTHROPISTS TOGETHER FOR ADULT FIELD DAY

HARRISBURG, PA — Lace up your sneakers and get your game faces ready for Harrisburg Hoopla! The Emerging Philanthropist Program (EPP), a special initiative of The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC), will be hosting the 5th Annual Harrisburg Hoopla on...

TFEC HOSTS VIRTUAL ANNUAL EARLY LEARNING CONFERENCE

HARRISBURG, PA — The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) will hold its annual Early Learning Conference for early education providers from Monday, March 20, 2023, through Friday, March 24, 2023. Since 2021, this event has been virtual to allow participants to...

TFEC ANNOUNCES OVER $470,000 IN GRANT AWARDS TO AREA NONPROFITS