Mason G Smoak Foundation, 1025 County Road 17 N, Lake Placid, FL 33852, US

HistoryA community foundation is a charitable 501(c)(3) organization that administers gifts contributed by its citizens, agencies and businesses. These gifts are invested and the income from those investments is used for grants and scholarships that support and strengthen our community. The Charlotte Community Foundation (CCF) has been part of the community for more than 20 years. CCF has its roots in the Adventist Hospital Foundation. When the hospital was sold and became the Charlotte Regional Medical Center in 1995, the Charlotte County Foundation was established as a separate 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation. In 2004, the Foundation was renamed the Charlotte Community Foundation, and defined its future for the community; to encourage public and private philanthropy, enhance the capacity of Charlotte County's nonprofit organizations, and support projects that offer unique solutions to community needs.SpecialtiesThe Charlotte Community Foundation exists to enhance the quality of life in Charlotte County. Our mission is to advance the common good by nurturing a giving community and connecting people who care with causes that matter. The Foundation administers donor advised funds, endowments, scholarships and bequests. The Nonprofit Network provides education and resources to strengthen the nonprofit community.