Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne

06/03/2026

The Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne awarded Northeast Indiana Public Radio $25,000 as part of its Rising Together Grants program in May.

06/02/2026

Reagan Swinford Benefit Golf Outing 2026: bit.ly/ReaganGolf

The proceeds of the Reagan Swinford Benefit Golf Outing will be contributed to the Reagan Swinford Memorial Scholarship, a component fund of the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne.

Reagan’s scholarship fund provides assistance for a Wayne student to attend a two- or four-year university. The awarded student will display leadership qualities, initiative and a service heart, all attributes Reagan displayed.

05/31/2026

This June, MKM architecture + design is exploring women's philanthropy, community investment, and the power of collective giving.

RSVP: bit.ly/FishbowlWF

05/28/2026

These projects represent meaningful investments in creating a more connected and welcoming region!

Applications reflected a shared commitment to strengthening neighborhoods, building cross-cultural connections, expanding accessible programming, and reducing isolation across our communities.

We know the new tax laws add a lot to your plate, and we are happy to point you in the right direction as you conduct research and offer counsel to your clients

05/26/2026

It’s worth briefly reviewing the basics of a CLAT because they are having a moment!

Remember that a CLAT is just one of hundreds of charitable giving vehicles through which we can help your clients achieve their charitable and estate planning goals

05/25/2026

We recently celebrated the accomplishments of our graduating Youth Empowered Philanthropy (YEP) seniors!

Students, Community Foundation staff, family members, friends, local nonprofit leaders, and former YEP participants gathered to honor the students’ philanthropic journey and the difference they have made throughout the year.

Since its launch in 2020, YEP has had 76 students participate in the program representing 11 high schools throughout the community. Together, participants have awarded more than $63,000 in grants to nonprofit organizations serving Allen County!

The passion, leadership, and generosity demonstrated by these students continue to strengthen the future of our community and inspire the next generation of philanthropists.

Get to know YEP: cfgfw.org/YEP

05/25/2026

The Professional Advisor Leadership Council (PALC) of the Community Foundation recently hosted its first Continuing Education event for professional advisors at WindSwell Foundation! The program brought together attorneys, CPAs, financial advisors, and philanthropic professionals for an engaging discussion on charitable planning strategies that help clients achieve both personal and philanthropic goals.

The session featured nationally recognized gift planning expert Pamela J. Davidson, J.D., who shared practical insights on estate planning, charitable giving techniques, tax planning, retirement assets, and ethics in charitable gift planning.

Through real-world examples and case studies, attendees explored ways charitable strategies can create meaningful impact while also supporting clients’ financial, tax, and legacy objectives. Davidson stressed to advisors, “Philanthropy is a learned behavior—and a planned gift can diversify a portfolio”.

The event marked an exciting milestone for PALC and reinforced the Community Foundation’s commitment to strengthening relationships with professional advisors and providing valuable educational opportunities for the community!

05/19/2026

Join us for a one-hour webinar where we’ll walk through the findings, highlight key takeaways, and explore how this data can support your organization’s planning, hiring, and retention strategies! Register: bit.ly/SalarySW

Last fall, nonprofits across Northeast Indiana came together to participate in our regional Salary Survey. In partnership with Charitable Gift Advisors, results were shared with participating organizations in early April, providing valuable insights into compensation trends across our sector.

Whether you participated in the survey or are simply looking to better understand the current landscape, this session will provide practical insights you can put to use.

Date: Thursday, June 4, 2026
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 AM

(The full report will be available on our website and shared more broadly beginning in June.)

05/18/2026

What happens to charitable assets in the event of divorce?

Over the last few years, in the wake of high-profile divorces, more and more advisors have been pondering this question.

The Community Foundation is here for you, whether a client is considering a current gift, establishing a charitable vehicle, or navigating a complex life transition such as divorce

05/16/2026

Advisor Voices with Tracy Troyer, J.D.: bit.ly/TracyTroyer

"I typically raise the topic of charitable giving with my clients because, in my experience, lack of generosity is rarely the problem — awareness of how to bring their generosity to life often is."