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GTCF Marks 45 Years and Looks to Its Next Chapter
Forty-five years ago, on June 1, 1981, Greater Tacoma Community Foundation (GTCF) began serving Pierce County with $10,000 in assets and a vision of a thriving community. GTCF marks that milestone as it prepares for its next chapter. Kathi Littmann, GTCF’s President and CEO since July 2015, plans to transition leadership by the end of 2027.
Read MoreRelationships Build Resilience
As a community foundation, GTCF believes the greatest asset any community has is its relationships. The May 2026 edition of the Strategic Gazette highlights what GTCF is learning from the leaders, networks, and donors who are building a more resilient Pierce County, now and for generations to come.
Learn MoreYour Community. Your Gift.
Greater Tacoma Community Foundation supports individual giving through its Donor Advised Funds. As a community foundation, GTCF honors donor intent. GTCF’s Philanthropy team also provides strategic advising to help Fund Advisors translate their intention into action.
Learn MoreReally Make A Difference With A Required Minimum Distribution
With limited dollars and staff, Pierce County nonprofits really make a difference. That’s why Sheri Tonn and her husband, Jeff, chose to make a Qualified Charitable Distribution with the Required Minimum Distribution from their IRA. Find out how you can Really Make A Difference with your retirement accounts.
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