BE THE SPARK

In 2011, The Greater Tacoma Community Foundation launched Be the Spark, a movement to connect the people of Pierce County and inspire individuals to help spark positive change.

On May 13, 2011 we held a Be the Spark event that drew 15,000 people and featured Nobel Laureate Desmond Tutu in one of his last U.S. public appearances.
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Foundation of Art Award

Congratulations to Jessica Spring, our fourth annual Foundation of Art winner! Jessica created a unique piece commissioned for the Community Foundation titled Ingrained. Learn more about this piece and the prestigious Foundation of Art Award, designed to recognize Pierce County artists...
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Power of the Purse

The Fund for Women & Girls invites you to join them for the Power of the Purse Fundraising Luncheon on March 8!  Hear inspiring stories of empowered women and girls who are finding new roads towards self-reliance, and celebrate International Women's Day in style with 450 other like-minded people. Space is limited -- RSVP today! 
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Welcome!

The Greater Tacoma Community Foundation is your community foundation, committed to helping build a stronger future for the Pierce County region. 

For over 30 years, we've partnered with generous individuals, families, community leaders, nonprofit organizations and other people just like you to strengthen our community through philanthropy. 

We make it easy for people to make a difference—now and for generations to come.  Join us!

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10
Feb

Be the Spark Wins Award

Be the Spark Wins PRSA Totem Award Certificate of Excellence
12
Jan

Applications for Vibrant Community Grants Due January 17

Vibrant Community Grant applications closing soon.
24
Dec

Roundtable Dialogues Recap

This fall, we hosted a energetic dialogue series around creating authentic collaborations.
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Latest News

14
Dec

Foundation Art Award Highlighted

Award Recognized as One of Most Notable In Region
9
Dec

Community Foundation Recommended for Flexible Giving Options

Tacoma News Tribune Reviews Year-End Giving Options
8
Dec

Tacoma Weekly Highlights Foundation of Art Award

Artists Honored for Talent, Contribution to Community
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