
Building our Community by Connecting Donors Who Care with Causes that Matter
The Hillsboro Community Foundation promotes and facilitates charitable giving in support of projects and programs that enhance the quality of life in Hillsboro and surrounding areas.

Transfer of Wealth in Marion County
Marion County anticipates a major generational wealth transfer, mirroring a statewide trend involving hundreds of billions over the coming decades. Retaining even a small fraction of this wealth through a local community foundation offers a powerful opportunity to benefit the community for generations.

The Power of an Endowment
An endowment is a gift that keeps on giving. It’s like planting a seed that grows into a mighty tree, providing for generations to come. The principal is invested, and the earnings are used to support a designated cause, ensuring a perpetual source of funding. This enduring power allows endowments to fuel innovation, advance knowledge, and uplift Hillsboro far beyond the initial investment.
Community Impact
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Yes, you are a philanthropist!
“Philanthropist” is a big word that often conjures up images of the ultra-wealthy making big donations to charities, especially when people like Bill Gates have been in the headlines lately. But the definition is much broader than that. Merriam-Webster defines “philanthropist” as “one who makes an active effort to promote human welfare.” Anyone can be a philanthropist. […]
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“Thanks, but …”: The hidden cost of small gifts to your favorite charities
Your favorite charities are grateful for your support over the years. Whether you make your gifts outright or support charities using a donor-advised or other type of fund at the community foundation, every gift makes a difference in the quality of life in our community. You may even care about your favorite charities so much […]
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Giving by the Numbers
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$1,658,600
Community Impact
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$158,600
Scholarship Awards
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$2,765,000
Endowment Assets
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