We are a financial institution with a social mission.
At our core, the Community Foundation of Louisville is a financial institution that provides trustworthy and personalized service to help donors achieve their charitable goals.
We mobilize capital to address our community’s inequities – especially racial ones – by serving as a connector, convener, funder, and data analyst, developing innovative solutions that move us all forward.
Since 1984, the Community Foundation of Louisville has mobilized people, networks, and capital to spark meaningful change in and beyond Louisville.
With over $874 million in assets, over 2,200 charitable funds, and collaborations with hundreds of local partners, we connect real investments with relevant causes. The key priorities of the Foundation's mission are to advance racial equity, steward philanthropic assets, increase capital to community resources, and unleash real and sustainable progress within the region.
Community Foundation Blog
Meet Grace Simrall, Chair of the 2026 Vogt Invention and Innovation Awards Selection Committee
Written by: Kym Vorhees Raque Pictured above: Grace Simrall, 2026 Vogt Awards Selection Committee Chair. Grace Simrall has been a champion for entrepreneurs and early‑stage business… Continue Reading »
Philanthropy Insights: Wealth Transfer and Legacies
Written By Dionne Griffiths, CAP® In November 2025, I earned my Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP®) professional credential from the American College of Financial Services. This is a rigorous and comprehen… Continue Reading »
More Than a Donation: Building a Legacy That Lasts
Written by Christina Miller At the Community Foundation of Louisville, donors are more than fundholders—they are valued partners in strengthening our community. We are proud to recognize milestones in their phi… Continue Reading »