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Perry County nonprofit grants are now open for organizations working to strengthen local programs and improve residents' lives Applications are open through Monday, Feb. 1, 2027, and are accepted through The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC). Two grant...

The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) will open applications for its 2026 Community Equity Grants on Nov. 1. Grants generally range from $5,000 to $10,000, with applications due Feb. 1, 2027. "The people closest to a community's challenges often have the...

The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) has renewed its national accreditation through Community Foundations National Standards®, reinforcing its commitment to responsible stewardship and giving donors greater confidence in their charitable giving. The...

Local nonprofits are building stronger communities by improving access to essential services, celebrating cultural heritage and creating opportunities for people to thrive. In 2025, The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) awarded $48,971 through its Community...

The end of the year is a natural time to consider whether your charitable giving reflects the causes you value and the impact you hope to make. The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) will host a free webinar Thursday, Oct. 29, at noon to help donors better...

More than $288,000 in grants will support nonprofit organizations working to meet Franklin County residents' needs and strengthen communities across the county. The Franklin County Community Fund, Palmer Family Foundation Fund and Harold L. and Dolores K. Brake Legacy...

Local nonprofits have an opportunity to bring their stories to life through Stories That Serve, a partnership between The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) and Wakeen & Company. Applications are open through Thursday, Oct. 1, giving one local nonprofit...

The Harold L. and Dolores K. Brake Legacy Fund granted $125,000.00 to 3 organizations for use from September 2026 through August 2027. Each grant will support an amazing nonprofit servicing Franklin County through life-changing work. Join us as we honor the grantees...

The Palmer Family Foundation Fund granted $65,284.58 to seven organizations for use from September 2026 through August 2027. Each grant will support an amazing nonprofit servicing Franklin County through life-changing work. Join us as we honor the grantees at...

The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) and Wakeen & Company recently celebrated the completion of the first Stories That Serve, featuring Bethany House of Cumberland County. The program was created to help local nonprofits build their communications...