The Mission of the Foundation is to improve the quality of life in the Coastal Bend by building community endowment and addressing social, educational, environmental, and cultural needs through the awarding of grants and scholarships.
The Foundation’s Vision is to provide the Coastal Bend with:
Coastal Bend Community Foundation recently received reaccreditation with the nation’s highest standard for philanthropic excellence. The Foundation was also accredited in 2008, 2014, and 2020. National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations® establish legal,...
Dr. Jennifer Lehman, Assistant Professor of Philanthropy and Program Director of the Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy® program with The American College of Financial Services, presented an informative seminar on January 25, 2023 at The Bay Jewel Event Center. She...
The Online CBCF Scholarship application is now open for submission December 15, 2022 through March 1, 2023. Students are encouraged to apply by visiting the Foundation’s website and selecting “CBCF Scholarship Application” from the “Scholarship” drop down menu....