Property Improvements Continue Despite Pandemic
By Darian Torrance Every year, hundreds of thousands of dollars donated over time to First Community Foundation by generous church families keep FC facilities and equipment safe, attractive, and operating. With services conducted virtually and little on-site traffic, 2020 has been an ideal time to make facility and property improvements. The following is a sample […]
Foundation Grants Approved Throughout COVID-19
By Chris Montgomery In its effort to support the Church’s missions and ministries and meet the moment during the COVID-19 pandemic, the First Community Foundation with the Mission Council has provided emergency grants totaling approximately $7,400 to individuals negatively affected by the pandemic. Funds have been used to pay for rent and other necessities. The […]
Foundation Helps Feed Those At-Risk at Home
By Lynne Ayres Last year, LifeCare Alliance’s Meals-on-Wheels Under-60 program experienced funding cuts. The result would have reduced the number of daily deliveries of nourishing meals to Columbus residents under the age of 60 who are homebound or living with a medical challenge and/or disability. First Community Foundation approved a $5,000 grant from the Lynne […]
CARES Act Encourages Charitable Giving
By Chris Montgomery In March 2020, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act was signed into law. It was a $2 trillion economic stimulus package intended to provide relief to individuals and corporations impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The CARES Act includes several provisions designed to encourage charitable giving. This article provides a high-level […]