We are committed to being faithful stewards of all that is entrusted to us

The Northshore Community Foundation promotes acts of giving by providing donors with strategies and tools to achieve their charitable goals. We are committed to investing gifts wisely and responsibly and distributing those resources back into our communities.



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FAQ

What is the Northshore Community Foundation?
We are a community foundation, determined by the IRS to be a public charity, with three primary roles: a resource for philanthropists, a funder for nonprofits, and a supporter of community leadership projects.  The Northshore Community Foundation serves our donors by helping them become more effective philanthropists.  We assist them in meeting their philanthropic goals by providing in-depth knowledge of nonprofit organizations and community initiatives. 

How was the Foundation started?
The Foundation was founded in January of 2007 with support and resources from the Baton Rouge Area Foundation, who wanted to assure the Northshore region had a viable tool for community development.

How is the Foundation organized?
The Northshore Community Foundation is governed by directors. Members may serve three-year terms. Members may serve two consecutive terms after which they must rotate off for at least one year. The Board is comprised of (at most) eighteen directors elected by members. The immediate past Board Chair serves as a member of the Executive Committee and member of the board, as does the Chief Executive Officer of the Foundation.

Why give through the Foundation?

We assist donors in their charitable giving with our in-depth community knowledge. We identify opportunities that strengthen the Northshore community and provide administrative support including quarterly statements and IRS documentation. The Foundation provides professional fund management and offers a variety of giving options including cash, stock, and real estate. 

What are the different types of funds?
Donor or Corporate Advised Funds, Agency Endowment, Unrestricted, Designated Beneficiary, Field of Interest, Organization Fund, and Scholarship. 

How are grants awarded by the Foundation?

Proposals are submitted to the Foundation through a recommendation by an NCF fund holder or competitive grant cycle when applicable and according to the grant guidelines. A competitive grant making committee reviews all proposals and awards grants based on funding availability and the compelling need for the program.