FAQ

  • What is a community foundation?

    A tax-exempt public charity engaging community members with a desire to invest in their local community through charitable giving. A community foundation receives charitable gifts, manages charitable assets and makes charitable grants.

  • Why does Longview need a community foundation?

    The Longview Community Foundation allows us to combine our resources and have an even greater impact on our community. Imagine...in 2050, the Longview Community Foundation holds a permanent fund of $100 Million that every year awards $5 Million for community-changing catalyst grants in support of existing local charities. Imagine the impact that would have on our community!

  • What is the purpose?

    The Longview Community Foundation exists to:

    • Promote solutions to community challenges;

    • Strengthen our local nonprofits; and

    • Engage philanthropists.

  • What can I do to help?

    With a community foundation, everyone can help! Your donation makes a difference, no matter the size, and will pool together with donations from other community members to make a big difference!

  • How did this get started?

    The Longview Community Foundation was founded in by Kelly Hall, Kristen Ishihara and Jennifer Ware. The trio was inspired following Longview Chamber Intercity Visits to other communities with similar foundations. Longview is an exceedingly generous community and Longview Community Foundation establishes a pathway for charitable giving to benefit generations to come.

  • Is this a nonprofit?

    Longview Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization - Tax ID 87-3513657.