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The Philanthropy Summit

Exploring what’s possible when philanthropy works alongside community development.

The summit is presented by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks — your one-stop shop for philanthropic leadership.

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Our leadership work addresses high-priority community needs and encourages collaboration.

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We offer a variety of ways to give and types of funds to help you structure your giving to meet your charitable goals.

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Our core values of integrity, respect, leadership and vision underscore our commitment to donors.

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Donor Education Series: March 2

Gary Vernon, Program Officer for the Walton Family Foundation, will describe the foundation’s philanthropic emphasis in Northwest Arkansas and the impact its philanthropy has had on the region, specifically the promotion of community development.

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Donor Education Series: Summer 2020

On-site tours, discussion and history of the CFO’s Mission-Related Investments program and how you can become involved with impact investing.
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Donor Education Series: Fall 2020

The City of Springfield and ForwardSGF will discuss public/private partnerships with a particular focus on center city and how philanthropy and placemaking can come together.
Sponsors

Thank you to the Philanthropy Summit sponsors!

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FORVIS Wealth Advisors

FORVIS Wealth Advisors offers wealth management services for affluent individuals and families as well as investment consulting and compliance services for institutional clients.
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Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce

Driving the initiatives that help make Springfield, Missouri a great place to do business, the Chamber is working to increase opportunities for businesses of every size to succeed.
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Guaranty Bank

One hundred years of serving our community has provided us a long time to practice our philosophy of maintaining a personalized approach.
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Carnahan Evans Cantwell & Brown

CECB is a locally owned and operated law firm, noted for its commitment to providing superior service to a diverse client base.
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Types of charitable funds held at the CFO

The CFO offers a variety of funds to help meet your unique charitable goals.

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