Community Foundation of the Ozarks


Brian Fogle joins CFO as Executive Vice President

Posted in News | August 11th, 2008

The Community Foundation of the Ozarks is pleased to announce that Springfieldian Brian Fogle has been named Executive Vice President for the organization. Fogle will join CFO on September 1, 2008. He will be involved in all aspects of the Foundation including development, operations, and grants/programs. In addition, Fogle will be integrally involved in the Foundation’s regional efforts, working closely with affiliated Foundation leadership throughout the Missouri Ozarks. Read more… »

CFO host annual Planned Giving Luncheon

Posted in Agency Partners | August 7th, 2008

CFO hosted annual Agency Partners Planned Giving Luncheon on Thursday, August 7 at the Springfield Doubletree Hotel. The annual luncheon is a special opportunity for CFO to say thanks to its Agency Partners as well as a chance to discuss the importance of planned giving as it relates to the sustainability of the nonprofit agencies serving the Ozarks.

This year’s luncheon featured guest speaker, Dr. Nancy O’Reilly, speaking about a donor’s perspective on planned giving. New partners were recognized at the event. And all agencies that established a fund with CFO during the 2008 fiscal year were honored.

You can download a copy of Dr. O’Reilly’s PowerPoint presentation here. Among other services offered through the Agency Partners program, CFO works partners to develop appropriate planned giving strategies. If your organization would like to discuss planned giving or if you would like more information on joining the Agency Partners program, give us a call at (417) 864-6199.

16 new funds established

Posted in New Funds | August 4th, 2008

16 new funds were established with CFO and its affiliates since July 1. Of those funds, 15 are held by regional affiliate foundations. Read more… »