BCF Summer Student Reflects on How Everyday Choices Shape Community
What does it mean to be part of a community? Until this summer, BCF’s summer student had never thought to ask herself that question. 🔗 Read more about Julia’s experience (and what she concluded) in this month’s Generous Community column in Burlington Today: https://www.burlingtontoday.com/columns/generous-community/everyday-choices-shape-community-burlington-summer-student-reflects-12626527 For past columns, visit: https://www.burlingtontoday.com/columns/generous-community
Anonymous $25,000 Fundholder Gift Helps Bring Wheelchair Trishaw to Burlington
A new wheelchair trishaw is coming to Burlington thanks to a generous anonymous gift of $25,000 from BCF fundholders. Cycling Without Age Hamilton-Burlington, which works in partnership with New Hope Community Bikes, will operate the trishaw (in addition to its current programming), which will allow for greater accessibility for seniors who want to put the […]
Celebrating three stories of women’s generosity ahead of International Women’s Day
Our latest column in Burlington Today is out! This month, ahead of International Women’s Day, BCF CEO Megan Tregunno celebrates the gifts of three women who supported BCF as part of their estate planning. This year’s IWD theme is Give to Gain, and these women have shown how giving can be community’s gain by giving […]
Cause funds help make giving simple, deepen community impact
Did you know the Burlington Community Foundation (BCF) offers a way to support specific needs in the local community, without opening a fund or making a long-term commitment? BCF works with many generous individuals, families, and businesses who permanently invest their funds to support sustainable philanthropy. However, we are designed to meet the evolving needs of our […]
BCF Launches a New Monthly Column in Burlington Today
We’re pleased to share that our new monthly column will launch today at www.BurlingtonToday.com! ✨ Each month, Burlington Foundation CEO Megan Tregunno will share her thoughts around issues relevant to this generous community we call home. Topics may include community connection (hint: that’s the first one), generosity planning, charitable features, Foundation updates and information, and more. […]