building the future
of our community.

The Community Foundation for Independence is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization.

Established in 2006, the Community Foundation for Independence helps to enrich our community through philanthropy, collaboration and leadership. We support nonprofits, encourage volunteerism, provide advised giving for donors, inspire youth and award scholarships, and connect neighbors.

WHAT WE DO

If you live or work in Independence, chances are good that the Community Foundation FOR INDEPENDENCE has already touched your life in some way, large or small, because we:

Provide grants to nonprofits and agencies that serve Independence and the surrounding areas, from the food shelf to the fire department;

  • Serve as a fiscal sponsor to small groups and organizations that need help with their community projects, such as building the Veterans Freedom Square or Central Park Sports Complex;

  • Hold philanthropic funds for Independence individuals and families who do local grant-making on their own;

  • Serve as a leader and catalyst for community good; and

  • Hold events where neighbors can connect and form friendships.

As you can see, the Foundation is so much more than just a grantmaking organization. Together we help supply oxygen to the beating heart of the Independence community. When you help the Foundation, you’re helping make Independence a better place to live.

ADVANTAGES of GIVING

  • Simplified charitable giving

  • Provision for tax benefits

  • Funds can be directed due to the changing needs of the community

  • Donor can avoid the cost of setting up a private foundation or nonprofit

  • Donor chooses when and where they want to donate.

Veterans Freedom Square