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The Charity Gala

November 8, 2025
6:00 pm

Save the date for the 34th Annual Charity Gala as we celebrate 40 years of impact and recognize community leaders.

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charity gala

The Charity Gala

11.8.2025
6:00 pm

Save the date for the 34th Annual Charity Gala as we celebrate 40 years of impact and recognize community leaders.

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100 Women Who Care Awards Celebration Luncheon

3.6.2026
11:30 am

Save the date for the 3rd Annual 100 Women Who Care: West Tennessee Awards Luncheon in March 2026. Be a part of the impact and learn more about the power of women in philanthropy.

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Jackson Area Robotics Crowned VEX Robotics High School World Champions

May 27, 2025

After a season of dedication, innovation, and teamwork, Jackson Area Robotics, Team 2775V, has been crowned the VEX Robotics High School World Champions.

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Jackson TN Pride Fund Awards $7,500 in Scholarships

May 6, 2025

Jackson TN Pride awarded $7,500.00 in scholarships at its 2025 Scholarship Presentation Ceremony on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 4:00 pm at the Community Foundation of West Tennessee.

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CWTAR Partners with Community Foundation of West Tennessee to Establish Scholarship Fund

April 29, 2025

In partnership with the Community Foundation of West Tennessee, the Central West Tennessee Association of Realtors (CWTAR) is launching a scholarship fund to invest in the next generation. The group plans to award a $500 scholarship to a graduating high school senior in each county of their service area – Chester, Crockett, Decatur, Dyer, Gibson, Haywood, Henderson, Lauderdale, and Madison.

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This Day in History: COVID-19 Response Fund Grant Announced

April 10, 2025

On #ThisDayInHistory, we announced our first grant from the COVID-19 Response Fund. Discover the history of this fund as we commemorate 40 years of impact.

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Community Foundation Activates Disaster Relief Fund

April 3, 2025

In response to the devastating weather events on April 2, 2025, into April 3, 2025, the Community Foundation of West Tennessee has activated its Disaster Relief Fund to support residents and areas affected by the storms.

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Community Foundation of West Tennessee Celebrates 40 Years of Impact

March 26, 2025

Community Foundation of West Tennessee hosted a kickoff event for its 40th anniversary on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at the New Southern Hotel in downtown Jackson. This occasion marks the beginning of a year-long celebration to highlight the organization’s history, impact and future.

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100 Women Who Care Awards $17,000 to West Tennessee Nonprofits

March 7, 2025

100 Women Who Care: West Tennessee awarded $17,000 in grants to local nonprofits at an awards luncheon on March 7, 2025. The event brought together members to network, hear from nonprofit finalists, and vote for the nonprofits to be funded.

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Jackson Bowling and Skating Family Fun Center Donates $30,000 to Local Nonprofits

January 8, 2025

In partnership with Community Foundation of West Tennessee, Jackson Bowling and Skating Family Fun Center is donating $30,000 to five local nonprofits in celebration of its 30th anniversary in business.

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Humboldt Chapter of the Community Foundation Donates $4,000 to Support Local Nonprofits

October 8, 2024

The Humboldt Chapter of the Community Foundation of West Tennessee donated $4,000 to local nonprofits during a check presentation in Gibson County on Tuesday, October 8, 2024.

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Community Foundation of West Tennessee Hosts 2024 Patrons’ Party

September 20, 2024

The Community Foundation of West Tennessee hosted its 2024 Patrons’ Party on Thursday, September 19, 2024. The party was at the home of Caroline and Jeb Campbell in Jackson, Tenn.

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Q+A with Heaven's Cradle

August 12, 2024

In this month's The Faces of Our Community spotlight, we are highlighting Heaven’s Cradle, a Community Project Fund at the Community Foundation of West Tennessee. We sat down with Rosy Griffin for a Q+A to share the impact the fund makes for so many families in our community.

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Community Foundation Donates 100 Heartbeat Bears to West Tennessee Women’s Center

August 8, 2024

The Community Foundation of West Tennessee donated 100 heartbeat bears to West Tennessee Women’s Center at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital as a part of the Butterfly’s Embrace program.

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Community Foundation Donates $10,187.76 to Support Jackson Animal Care Center Needs

August 1, 2024

The Community Foundation of West Tennessee presented the Jackson Animal Care Center with a donation of $10,187.76 to support the center’s mission and help provide a physical and mental enrichment area outdoors for the animals.

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2023 Tigrett Award Recipient

8.18.2023

Meet our 2023 Tigrett Award Recipient - Allison DeMarcus.

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2023 Dr. A. Barnett Scott Service Award

8.18.2023

Robert Walden and Jim Norton are the Dr. Barnett Scott Service Award recipients.

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Community Foundation of West Tennessee Announces 32nd Annual Charity Gala

8.18.2023

The Community Foundation of West Tennessee will host the 32nd Annual Charity Gala on Saturday, November 12, 2023 at the Carl Perkins Civic Center in downtown Jackson.

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2023 Jackson Awards Recipients

8.18.2023

Congratulations to our 2023 class of Jackson Awards! We are excited to recognize these community leaders for their contributions to Jackson.

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$28,000 Donated to Local Nonprofits

7.25.2023

Jackson Bowling and Skating Family Fun Center, in partnership with the Community Foundation of West Tennessee, donated $28,000 to seven local nonprofits in celebration of its 28th anniversary in business.

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2021-2023 Board of Trustees Chairman

7.20.2023

We are highlighting our 2021-2023 Board Chair, Bill Buckley. We are thankful for his leadership and contributions to The Foundation during his term.

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