About the Foundation
The Communities of Coastal Georgia Foundation (CCGF) was incorporated in 2005 as a tax-exempt public foundation created by and for the people of Glynn, McIntosh, and Camden counties. The Foundation now has over $50 million in assets and hosts over 100 distinct funds. Since its inception, CCGF has awarded over $23 million in grants to community organizations in the 3-county region and beyond.
The Foundation joins over 750 other U.S. community foundations as one of the fastest growing sectors of American philanthropy today. Governed by a twenty (20) member local Board of Directors, the Foundation has earned recognition from the National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations, awarded by the Council on Foundations to community foundations that meet the highest philanthropic standards for operational quality, integrity, and accountability. CCGF is a Candid Platinum Transparency participant and an active member of both Philanthropy Southeast and the Council of Foundations.
WHY WORK WITH A COMMUNITY FOUNDATION?
Community foundations have in-depth knowledge of their communities and remain alert to emergent needs in order to respond quickly and effectively. CCGF convenes groups including donors, non-profit leaders and elected officials to work together on community problem-solving. By fostering greater giving and local volunteerism, community foundations have been a tradition since 1914 -- helping bring about thoughtful, effective change.
ADVANTAGES OF GIVING WITH A COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
- You can name your fund and designate its focus in perpetuity
- You receive immediate tax benefits, even if waiting to recommend grants from your fund
- You receive support and information to make your giving both strategic and impactful
- Your fund benefits from professional financial stewardship
- You may engage family members in philanthropy by naming successor advisor(s)
Latest News
The Communities of Coastal Georgia Foundation is pleased to announce that applications for our 2025 College Scholarships will open on Monday, February 3, 2025.
Twenty non-profit organizations across Camden, Glynn, and McIntosh counties were awarded a total of $200,000 in funding from the Communities of Coastal Georgia Foundation’s (CCGF) Community Impact competitive award initiative.
On AUGUST 16, 2024 the Communities of Coastal Georgia Foundation (CCGF) proudly announced Under One Roof, a philanthropic initiative dedicated to helping those who have lost their homes due to an unexpected life change or catastrophic event, such as a fire, flood, or if their home becomes otherwise unsafe for habitation.
Grants and Assets Under Management
