Who We Are
By the Community, For the Community
The Community Foundation of Central Missouri is an independent, nonprofit organization created by and for the people of our community. We are part of a rapidly growing field of over 700 community foundations, acting as a community savings accounts for communities around the country.
We are a foundation by the community, managing a variety of funds, established by families, individuals, and corporations. We’re here to help donors make a difference for the causes they care about most in the area…Forever.
We are a foundation for the community, building the capacity of community organizations. We’re here to help charities fulfill their mission and make a difference for their community…Forever.
Features of a Community Foundation
Confirmed in compliance with the National Standards for Community Foundations.
Donor Stories
ABC Laboratories
ABC Laboratories is the kind of company that every community hopes to have, growing rapidly and creating high tech jobs. Read More »
Featured Partner
Voluntary Action Center
Since 1969 Voluntary Action Center has been working to address unmet needs for people in our community, giving low-income people the opportunity to gain independence, overcome crises, meet their basic needs, and improve their quality of life.
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Featured Partner
First Chance for Children
First Chance for Children’s mission is to make sure all children are ready for school by supporting young families.
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