News & Updates
Impact Polk 2026 grant cycle open through November 3
Impact Polk is an annual competitive, donor-directed grant program of GiveWell Community Foundation with the goal of addressing community needs throughout Polk County.
September 2025 Professional Advisor News
Tongue twisters, privacy issues, documentation, and corporate giving
August 2025 Professional Advisor News
Philanthropic decisions, bunching benefits, giving anonymously, and the importance of QCDs
Community Clinic Grants awarded to promote better healthcare for Winter Haven residents
Three nonprofit health clinics in Winter Haven received a combined total of nearly $25,000 through this year’s Community Clinic Grant Program!
Polk County nonprofits receive more than $665,000 through Impact Polk 2025
This year, 92 nonprofit organizations serving Polk County received grants through GWCF's Impact Polk 2025 grant cycle.
July 2025 Professional Advisor News
Client case study, charitable mindset, and focus on the future
GiveWell Community Foundation and United Way of Central Florida launch United Community Indicators Dashboard
New dashboard provides data about community needs in Hardee, Highlands, and Polk counties.
Gabby Fazekas Joins GiveWell Community Foundation as Philanthropic Services Manager
GWCF announces new Philanthropic Services Manager.
June Professional Advisor News
Pending tax legislation, wealth transfer, moving donor-advised funds, and loving local causes
Barrett Hollis Joins GiveWell Community Foundation Board of Directors
GiveWell Community Foundation welcomes Barrett Hollis to Board of Directors.
