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Our Mission:

The Community Foundation of Lafayette helps connect generous and dedicated donors with local causes by supporting nonprofits, programs and projects that promote and enhance the civic, cultural, educational and general well-being of Lafayette and surrounding communities.

Our Grants Committee is extremely dedicated to evaluating every grant application we receive and thoroughly researches each nonprofit that submits a request. Many hours are spent not only reviewing a grant request but understanding how an organization intends to use the grant money to make a positive impact on the community. Through our Excellence Grants program, you can be certain that your donation will be directed to nonprofits that we have identified as valued, worthy and respected.

Our Impact Areas

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Human Services

Helps individuals and families meet basic needs for food, shelter, clothing, and safety.

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Seniors

Contributes to senior needs including socializing, transportation & personal care.

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Youth Development & Education

Promotes positive youth development & academic achievement for student success.

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Arts & Culture

Supports visual, performing, symphonic, dance, poetry, and arts education.
 

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Friends of the Foundation

Gives the Community Foundation discretion to award grants to local nonprofits.

Here’s what a few of our grant recipients have to say…

Creating Change in Our Community

The Community Foundation’s Excellence Grants provide much-needed support to nonprofits that dispense programs and services throughout the local community.  Learn more about this year’s grantees who make an ongoing impact in the areas of Human Services, Seniors, Youth Development & Education and Arts & Culture!  Each was chosen after careful consideration by our selection committee for the stellar work done every day for the benefit of our community members. 

Thank You To Our Business Partners

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