News & Updates
GiveWell Community Foundation Receives National Recognition
GiveWell Community Foundation recently received accreditation with the nation’s highest standard for philanthropic excellence.
Search Committee Announcement: President/CEO Position Open
GiveWell Community Foundation announces the posting for the position of President and Chief Executive Officer.
Lakeland Tornado Relief Resources
Join us in supporting tornado relief efforts in Lakeland through these vetted local nonprofits.
GWCF Nonprofit Workshop 2019
Nonprofit board members, executive directors, and fundraising professionals from around the community convened on October 25 for the third annual GWCF Nonprofit Workshop.
Video: Empower Polk grant allows Lakeland Community Theatre to purchase keyboard
Learn how an Empower Polk grant is helping Lakeland Community Theatre offer more services, improve production quality, and create a safer, more inclusive environment for staff and performers.
Terry Simmers to retire as President and CEO of GiveWell Community Foundation
Terry Simmers to retire as President and CEO after 12 years of service with the community foundation.
2018-19 Annual Report
More than one thousand grants were awarded over the last fiscal year! Learn about more about our grants and other highlights in our 2018-19 Annual Report.
Impact Polk 2020 grant cycle now open
Impact Polk is an annual competitive, donor-directed grant program of the GiveWell Community Foundation with the goal of addressing community needs throughout Polk County. Grant applications will be accepted until October 14.
Hurricane Dorian relief donations
Our thoughts are currently with those affected by Hurricane Dorian and what we can do to help.
Medical clinic receives grant to care for Winter Haven residents
A grant from the Yardley, England, Trimmer, and Orlich Charities Fund at the Central Florida Foundation will help Angels Care Center of Eloise care for sick and injured residents in Winter Haven.
