Uncategorized – Eastland Area Community Foundation

EACF Hosts Seminar on Community Impact Opportunities

Board members of the Eastland Area Community Foundation (EACF) hosted a series of seminars on Wednesday, September 3, for Eastland area residents to learn more about how charitable giving can help build strong communities. Board Chair Dan Lamoreux led the conversation on ways residents can get involved with the EACF, and attendees learned about theContinue reading “EACF Hosts Seminar on Community Impact Opportunities”

EACF Success Story

In 2018 a local couple were exploring and searching for a way to create a perpetual tribute to their daughter who had perished at 48 years of age after a prolonged and valiant battle with colon cancer and simultaneously support their local community. The Eastland Area Community Foundation (EACF) provided a way for them toContinue reading “EACF Success Story”

Floyd K. Roberts

All of us at the EACF are deeply saddened by the passing of our founder and dear friend, Floyd Roberts. Through his vision and passion, he established the Eastland Area Community Foundation, leaving behind a lasting legacy that will continue to enrich the lives of many for generations to come. We will forever be gratefulContinue reading “Floyd K. Roberts”

Exciting new chapter!

In our first 10 years the Lanark Area Community Foundation has worked hard to make a difference in our area by establishing a home for charitable giving, grant funding, and resources for our friends and neighbors. In order to better serve our area and promote a sense of local pride the LACF is proud toContinue reading “Exciting new chapter!”

How To Apply For A Grant

Dan Lamoreux from the Lanark Area Community Foundation explains the simple process of applying for a grant from the LACF. The Lanark Area Community Foundation is here to help local (Lanark, Shannon, and Lake Carroll area) nonprofit groups, churches, and local governmental organizations achieve their goals by assisting with funding. The goal of the LanarkContinue reading “How To Apply For A Grant”

Tax Benefits for 2021 Foundation Donations

I’m Shelly Dambman from the Lanark Area Community Foundation. This Blog article will explain charitable contributions and how to get an extra deduction on your tax return. The 2020 CARES Act allowed a $300.00 cash contribution deduction for people that do not itemize on their tax return. In 2021 the CARES act has been extendedContinue reading “Tax Benefits for 2021 Foundation Donations”