2012 in Review

• Assets of all Foundation funds totaled $105.9 million, as of December 31, 2012.

• Diversified investment strategy. Policy to determine strategy, asset allocation, and investment management, recommended by board finance committee and assisted by independent, investment consultant. Final policy approved by trustees.

• In compliance with National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations.

• Governed by a 22-member, volunteer board of trustees.

• Since we were established 68 years ago, $59.2 million in grants have been awarded, primarily in the Richland County area.

• Current charitable funds total 321; established by individuals, families, and organizations.

• Awarded $2,533724 in grants in 2012.

• (2012) Grants by program area from all funds including donor advised and designated.
      Education – 36%
      Health Services– 7%
      Arts & Culture – 16%
      Community and Community Development – 14%
      Children, Families & Youth – 9%
      Human Services – 10%
      Economic Development - 4%
      Other – 4%

• Special grant programs at the Foundation
      College scholarship assistance
      Grants to charities that provide emergency assistance
      Summertime Kids
      Teacher Assistance Program (TAP)
      The Women’s Fund
      Connections