About Us

Inspiring local and lasting change. Together.

We are a tax-exempt, public grantmaking charity dedicated to improving the lives of everyone in our local community, but our true brilliance and success lies in our ability to leverage the giving of many to make the greatest possible impact in Allen County.

WE DO THREE THINGS.

We help people make their charitable giving more impactful.

We connect resources to nonprofits through grantmaking and education.

We provide leadership to address community needs.

OUR MISSION


The Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne inspires enduring philanthropy by encouraging charitable giving, conducting meaningful grantmaking, and leading community initiatives. 

 

OUR VISION


Allen County will advance as a stronger, more vibrant community, where our neighbors experience greater wellbeing and quality of life
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OUR VALUES


Connectedness:
 
We’re driven by fostering strong, meaningful relationships with each person we work alongside.

Equity: We strive to honor the unique needs of each individual and organization, providing equitable access to resources and opportunities.

Impact: Each decision should move us toward positive and lasting change, encouraging growth, and propelling our community forward.

Integrity: Our stakeholders trust us with their resources, in perpetuity. We honor donor intent, and act with our community’s needs in mind.

Passion: We pursue our work with enthusiasm and dedication because we love our community.