About

Welcome to the Coral Gables Community Foundation

Welcome

Led by community leaders, the Coral Gables Community Foundation provides the philanthropic conduit to connect individuals and corporations looking to positively impact the success of the community. Now in its 35th year, the Foundation has been at the forefront of the evolving needs of Coral Gables while effectively bringing together beneficiaries and benefactors to fund programs with the greatest impact and benefit to “The City Beautiful.”

Mission

The Coral Gables Community Foundation inspires impactful philanthropy through charitable funds and programs using local knowledge, expertise and trusted relationships.

Vision

The Coral Gables Community Foundation drives philanthropic solutions to improve the quality of life and promote a thriving, collaborative, and generous community.

Effecting Change for Good in Coral Gables

In partnership with our donors, the Coral Gables Community Foundation supports local nonprofits to meet community needs and serves as a civic leader. We partner with multiple stakeholders and our role differs for each.

Donor Partner

We partner with donors or their professional advisors to help them reach their charitable goals. We share our expertise, facilitate connections and provide education on area nonprofits and the logistics of giving.
• Establish a Donor Advised Fund

Grant Maker

The Coral Gables Community Foundation funds and supports local nonprofits through financial grants and assistance with establishing and maintaining endowment funds.
Community Grants Program

Community Builder

Coral Gables Community Foundation serves as a collaborator, convener and catalyst to address community issues. We invest in a long-term vision and bring diverse people and organizations together to address local issues and needs.
Community Needs Assessment

Financial Advisors & Community Services in Coral Gables

Personalized Service

Giving is easy, flexible and tailored to donor wishes. Donations may be made as cash, stocks, property, bequests and more. Donors may create a personal legacy by establishing a charitable fund in their name or the name of a loved one and may be personally involved in recommending the uses of their gift.

Local Expertise

Our staff has an in-depth understanding of the issues and opportunities that shape the community. We help donors learn more about the nonprofit agencies and programs that impact the areas that donors care about most.

Community Leadership

Our business is community building. We partner with community leaders and local influencers to identify community needs and take action for the benefit of Coral Gables.

Community Needs Assessment

The Coral Gables Community Foundation performed an extensive community needs survey in 2024, and initiated a year-long strategic planning process. The result is a board and staff focused on the needs of the Coral Gables community. Learn more.

Professional Integrity

A nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, the Coral Gables Community Foundation drives philanthropic solutions to improve the quality of life and promote a thriving, collaborative, and generous community. Your support and donations represent a sound investment in giving back to your community. We hope you will participate and experience the power and impact of creative philanthropy.
The Community Foundation is certified by GuideStar with a Gold Seal for Transparency, and has a four-star rating with Charity Navigator.

Read more about the Community Foundation’s history. 

Foundation Board of Directors

Foundation Staff