YOUR COMMUNITY FOUNDATION AT WORK
For Jefferson County’s philanthropic donors and nonprofit agencies, working together is more important than ever. In this time of change to the “new normal” of decreased public funding and increased need for services, the very survival of some institutions is at stake. Going forward, organizations will need to work together to increase effectiveness and minimize duplicated activities and functions. Those that are able to come together around a shared set of values and sense of purpose will make Jefferson County a better place to live and work.
Towards that end, Jefferson County Community Foundation is pleased to announce a partnership with United Good Neighbors (UGN) of Jefferson County. Carla Caldwell, the half-time director of UGN becomes the full-time director of both organizations, operating out of the current UGN offices at Shold Business Park in Hadlock.
The volunteer boards of the two organizations will remain separate, as will the programs of each. However, UGN and JCCF will look for ways to collaborate toward generating the maximum benefit at the lowest overhead cost. “Donors and community leaders have been urging nonprofit organizations to form partnerships and find more efficient ways to deliver services,” says Herb Cook, President of the JCCF Board of Directors.
“The missions of UGN and JCCF are closely aligned,” Caldwell comments. “UGN is focused on its annual fundraising campaign and providing safety net support for vital human and health services. JCCF concentrates on long-term solutions through investment giving and support for nonprofits. Donors and investors are thoughtful about their contributions, and want to see their resources leveraged and invest in organizations that will provide the maximum benefit for the community.”
