Virtual Enterprises International has created a digital, international economy of 7,000+ student-run businesses in 40+ countries. Students in Hernando and Pinellas schools are using this digital economy to launch and manage the growth of a student-run company. Programs like VEI open pathways for students to explore certificates, degrees and careers. The 2023 Tampa Bay State […]
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Smith & Associates Real Estate Foundation Accepting Applications for Grants
TAMPA, FL., March 1, 2023 – The Smith & Associates Real Estate Foundation is now accepting applications from qualified non-profits to receive their 2023 grant awards. Smith and Associates’ community giving program is designed to build strong partnerships with non-profit organizations, civic organizations, and other local organizations striving to make a difference. The non-profits should […]
Tampa Bay Partnership and the USF Muma College of Business unveil key economic findings at ‘State of the Region’ annual event
Tampa, Fla (February 10, 2023) — The Tampa Bay Partnership and University of South Florida Muma College of Business announced the release of two key economic competitiveness reports that benchmark the regions’ advancements against 19 comparable communities. The main findings from the 2023 complementary reports show: Tampa Bay is number one in attracting new residents […]
Community Foundation Tampa Bay Welcomes Spring Community Fellows
We are excited to welcome three new Community Fellows: Rebecca Bloomquist, Haley Brown and Logan Mahan. They join us as part of The Alliance for Advocacy and Philanthropy, a collaborative partnership with Stetson University College of Law. The Alliance offers paid fellowships each semester for Stetson Law students where they will gain an in-depth understanding of […]
Inspired Corporate Giving with the SME Foundation
–Each team member at SME was encouraged to select a nonprofit to share with the team including their personal connection and the mission. $500 was then gifted to each of those organizations. SME Foundation was established at the Community Foundation Tampa Bay in 2018. Chris Moyer, owner, wanted to create a culture of giving back […]
Annual Community Impact Report Released
We are excited to share our 2022 Impact Report and recap video below. Too often, when we think about growth, we think only of the numbers. We’re certainly proud of this year’s record-breaking numbers: $72 Million in Grants $240 Million in Contributions $499 Million in Assets Invested for Future Giving But that tells only part […]
Team Honored at Planning & Design Awards
The team was honored to receive an Award of Excellence for our work creating the Nonprofit Needs List during the pandemic at the Hillsborough County Planning Commission’s 40th Annual Planning & Design Awards program on October 27, 2022. The event showcased excellence in planning and design that has contributed to quality of life in our […]
Community Foundation Tampa Bay adds four to its Board of Trustees
Area leaders bring expertise and passion for the community to the Board TAMPA, Fla. – The Community Foundation Tampa Bay has elected four new members to its Board of Trustees: Tom Kennedy, Christopher Lykes, Andres Prida, and Kay Annis Wilson. Mike Starkey, Chair of the Community Foundation’s Board of Trustees is vice president of strategic […]
What’s Right with Tampa Bay – Fox 13 Tampa Bay – 10/17/22
Wonderful to be featured on this Fox 13 Tampa Bay news segment along with our friends at Academy Prep Center of Tampa. What’s Right with Tampa Bay: Community Foundation helping those across Bay area
Community Foundation Tampa Bay launches Hurricane Ian relief efforts
Community Foundation mobilizes efforts to help local non-profits provide additional services and address physical damage after Hurricane Ian Tampa, Fla. (October 5, 2022) — The Community Foundation Tampa Bay has expanded funding opportunities for nonprofits that have been affected by Hurricane Ian. Many local nonprofits are now seeing an increase in demand for services while simultaneously […]
