CFWM has announced the names of 20 local artists selected to receive a combined $80,000 from its new ValleyCreates program, Project Evolution. Read about grantees Alvarez and Clark, and the program in this recent Gazette article. bit.ly/3O8plV1 #valleycreates

CFWM is grateful for community partners like MLK Jr. Family Services working hard to advance equity & excellence. This week we highlighted its Clemente program which offers space for intellectual exploration to participants. bit.ly/3HlOGse #equity #excellence #community

Thx Jay Ash for always making time. Appreciate your insights and the bold vision you have for our region. You got me thinking!

Attention Artists! The next ValleyCreates Working Capital Grant round is now open to artists who currently live or have studio space in Franklin Hampshire and Hampden counties. For more information or to apply visit communityfoundation.org/nonprofits/val… #arts #culture #artscommunity #grantopp

Attention Students! Cut the cost of your education by applying for an interest-free loan through CFWM. You could be eligible to receive a $3,000 loan each year you're enrolled in college. To learn more visit bit.ly/3trzwJz #education #collegeloans #communityfoundation

CFWM is growing! If you have a passion for community and local philanthropy in our region, consider a career at CFWM. Visit the link to see our available employment opportunities or share with someone who might be interested. bit.ly/2KiYbPB #NonprofitJobs

CFWM wants to thank nonprofit community partners serving our region for your hard work these last 2 years. Meet our program officers, learn about our upcoming Flex Funding opportunity, and enjoy refreshments while networking. RSVP at [email protected].

Over the last 8yrs, Flex Funding grantee Tech Foundry has been hard at work developing a strong pipeline of local IT professionals. Its skilled graduates come from backgrounds under-represented in the tech sector. Read Tech Foundry's community story at bit.ly/3uLhKV6.

This is an important pilot for our community and beyond. Worth the investment to learn what works BETTER than what we have now.

Nonprofit orgs serving Hampden, Hampshire and Franklin Counties! CFWM invites you to gather with us Wed, 7/27 or Thu, 8/4. Meet program officers & learn about our Flexible Funding opp. RSVPs encouraged, but not required. Email Margaret Everett at [email protected].

Attention Nonprofit Partners! Our 2022 round of Flexible Funding is now OPEN. This opportunity will award grants of $30,000 to support organizations for the 2023 calendar year. To learn more, visit bit.ly/3ByiK2U. #flexiblefuding #capacitygrants #communityfoundation

This August, the Community Foundation is once again joining the celebration to observe #BlackPhilanthropyMonth, which recognizes Black giving in the ways of time, talent, and treasure. Learn more at blackphilanthropymonth.com. #equity #blackgiving365 #supportblacklednonprofits

We're delighted to have connected with so many nonprofit partners over the last 2 weeks. The Flex Funding app is now open and tomorrow (8/9), we will host an online grant writing workshop at Noon. To register or to apply, visit: communityfoundation.org/nonprofits/fle… Underwood Photography

Springfield is hopping right now!@SpringfieldJZNR CityofSpringfield,MA #summer #music #WesternMass

We're Hiring! Lindauer is leading the search for 2 executive positions at CFWM. This is an exciting opportunity for leaders to continue our growth trajectory toward our mission. To learn more : bit.ly/2KiYbPB #jobopportunity #executiverecruitment #communityfoundations

One of my final blog entries as Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts CEO. #bittersweet Shoulder to Shoulder: An Enduring Dedication to Equity... communityfoundation.org/shoulder-to-sh…

The Community Foundation will be closed MONDAY, AUGUST 29TH through Labor Day, and will resume regular business hours on TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6TH. #rest #rejuvenation #unplugging #AugustPause #workculture #appreciation

Thx Barr Foundation for the partnership that fuels this work and ongoing learning. #WesternMass is grateful. Keep pushing.

Oh what a night! And what an amazing 17 years. It’s been such an honor. Thank you for the chance to serve. #grateful #community

This is it folks. Retiring this Twitter handle after nearly 10 years. Passing the baton! I will miss this view and all my colleagues who made this an extraordinary ride. “Thank you”couldn’t possIbly cover it. Eternally grateful. Keep pushing. Stay ignited!