Life is fleeting, but we all have the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the world. By joining the Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes as an active or planned giving donor, you are making a commitment to bettering your community today and for generations. Your donation, whether made in one sum or through planned giving, allows the Foundation to help non-profits across the region, directly impacting residents in a variety of ways.

With over 250 funds for you to choose from, you are sure to find a cause that is meaningful to you. And if you’d prefer to start your own fund we will work with you or your financial advisor to create a giving opportunity that is specific to what you hold dear.

View our most current fund listing ending June 30 here.

Explore our Guide to Giving and when you’re ready to make a contribution, either give us a call and we will help you and your financial advisor get started or donate immediately to an existing fund.

How does a community foundation work? Generous donors make contributions, we invest those dollars to increase the giving power of our funds, and then we distribute the earnings in the community. The power of each contribution continuously expands.