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The Impact of a Community Foundation

November 14, 2016

The community foundation field is one of the fastest growing philanthropic sectors in the United States today. Community foundations build and strengthen communities in a multitude of ways, including providing the means

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Seven Founders with One Great Idea

November 11, 2016

Through the decades, creating a more educated community, increasing economic vitality and enhancing community quality of life have has remained the Foundation’s focus. To date, the Foundation has awarded more than

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Introducing the Hamilton Early Learning Center

November 10, 2016

Sitting still, paying attention and knowing letters and numbers are essential skills for kindergarten readiness. With the opening of the Hamilton Early Learning Center August 29, up to 120 more four year olds in

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The Hamilton Community Foundation - A Great Idea from 65 Years Ago

November 10, 2016

In the early 1950s, Hamilton’s mayor was William Beckett, city residents enjoyed several glorious parades a year and movies were shown at five theaters in town. After graduating from Hamilton High, Hamilton

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Harry T. Wilks Hamilton Celebrates Education

November 7, 2016

Excitement was in the air at the 14th Hamilton Celebrates Education event in October, as educators were honored and their winning grant projects were highlighted.  Thirteen teachers were nominated for the Educator

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Coming together through Experience!

September 13, 2016

The Experience Fund was recently created at the Hamilton Community Foundation to help encourage positive experiences for the children of the Boys and Girls Club of Hamilton. Started by Hamilton residents Bret and

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