From Legislation to Impact: The Big Beautiful Bill Act and Your Nonprofit Mission
One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) Recent changes in federal tax law under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) bring both challenges and opportunities for nonprofit organizations in our community. The community foundation is here to help you prepare and consider how to update your strategies as the landscape shifts. “What’s happening with […]
Navigating New Laws: Opportunities for 2025
It’s more important than ever to stay informed about how changes in the tax law may affect your charitable giving. The recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) creates challenges as well as opportunities for structuring your philanthropy. We encourage you to reach out to your attorney, CPA, and financial advisor to evaluate how […]
Succession Planning: It’s Not Just For Businesses
Succession Planning Isn’t Just for Businesses — It’s Personal by Matt Nelson, Director of Development and Fundholder Services When most people hear “succession planning,” they think of CEOs, business transitions, or nonprofit leadership changes. But succession planning is just as important when it comes to your personal legacy—especially the legacy you want to leave through […]
One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Three Insights for Philanthropy
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act was signed into law by President Trump on July 4, 2025, after the House of Representatives approved the Senate’s changes to H.R. 1, which passed the House by a narrow margin in May. The OBBBA, with nearly 900 pages of provisions, reshapes policy across major sectors of the U.S. […]
Community Grants Fund awards over $660,000 to 48 Nonprofits in the CSRA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Augusta, GA, January 17, 2025 Community Grants Fund awards over $660,000 to 48 Nonprofits in the CSRA The Board of Directors of the Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA) is pleased to announce that it is awarding grants totaling more than $660,000 through the Community Grants Program to support […]
October 28, 2024 Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Augusta, GA, October 28, 2024 The Community Foundation for the CSRA is pleased to announce the second round of rapid relief and response grants from the Hurricane Helene Community Crisis Fund in the amount of $743,000 to the following nonprofit organizations: American Red Cross – CSRA […]
October 10, 2024 Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Augusta, GA, October 10, 2024 On Friday, September 27, the Community Foundation established the Hurricane Helene Community Crisis Fund to support immediate as well as long-term recovery needs of our community after the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene on the Augusta region. The Community Foundation for […]
Fall into Philanthropy
Greetings from the Community Foundation The aftermath of Hurricane Helene has significantly impacted our community, leaving many in need of immediate support and recovery efforts. To aid in these recovery efforts, the Community Foundation for the CSRA established the Hurricane Helene Community Crisis Fund to support trusted nonprofit partners who are providing critical services to […]
Hurricane Helene: An Update From Our President & CEO
Community Foundation for the CSRA (CFCSRA) is no stranger to playing an essential role in disaster relief and recovery in our community. We set up the Hurricane Helene Community Crisis Fund to receive donations and support the day after the storm hit. Our program team and executive leadership have been on the phones daily […]
Hurricane Helene and How You Can Help
I hope this email reaches you despite all the challenges with power and internet access, and most importantly, that it finds you and your family safe. Like you, our team at the Community Foundation has been focused on making sure their loved ones are safe, assessing damage and literally trying to cut their way […]