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More than money
It took getting involved in the Next Gen Philanthropic Initiative at the Community Foundation for Ryan Robertson to channel his personal history and philanthropy into developing his own giving strategy.
A return to 1900 Union Avenue
After nearly two years temporarily relocated to Crosstown Concourse, we are thrilled to announce that the Community Foundation of Greater Memphis is coming home in July 2026.
“They Love On Them Like They’re Theirs”
Responsive Grants grantee AngelStreet mentors girls in North Memphis through music, fostering confidence, courage, sisterhood, and leadership, helping young women discover their unique purpose—and their power.
Featured Greater Giving Moment
Give 8/28 Success
Memphis raised $1.8 million for 90 Black-led nonprofits on Give 8/28. Here's what that means — and why the work continues year-round.
Responsive Grants available
Nonprofits facing funding cuts and rising demand: $500,000 in general operating support is available. Applications open September 8.
Support Black-Led Nonprofits on 8/28
More than 300 Black-led nonprofits. One day to give. Find your organization and make your donation at CFGM.org/give828 on August 28.
Featured Giving Strategies
Bunching charitable gifts, year-end, and getting ahead
Year-end planning season is here. Here's why bunching charitable contributions deserves a spot in your client conversations right now.
Highs and lows: Reminding clients about stock gifts
Your client's stock gift deduction might look smaller than expected — and there's a good reason why. Here's what advisors should explain.
The 6 Ts of philanthropy
Philanthropy is more than treasure—it's time, talent, ties, testimony, and truth working together for lasting impact.