The Guilford Foundation (TGF) awarded $132,740 through 36 Community Impact Grants to nonprofit organizations serving Guilford residents in 2026. Grants ranged from $1,250 to $7,000 and supported a broad range of local programs and services, including children and youth initiatives, human services, arts and culture, education, wellness, senior…
Over the past year, we’ve been reminded again and again what makes this community so special. It’s the way people show up for one another, the quiet generosity, the shared commitment, and the belief that together, we can make a lasting difference right here in Guilford. At The…
2025 IMPACT REPORT STORY Anthropologist Margaret Mead is often credited with the quote, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” Mead’s research took her around the globe during the twentieth century, but…
2025 IMPACT REPORT STORY The golden anniversary celebration began early with the unprecedented gift of a building just as 2024 came to a close. Ascend Bank (formerly GSB) provided TGF with office space at 44 Boston Street for two decades. In recalibrating its own space needs, Ascend offered…
The Guilford Newcomers & Neighbors Club is partnering with The Guilford Foundation (TGF) to support area students by raising funds for the Guilford Public School lunch program, helping ensure every child has access to nutritious meals each day.
Written by Sigrid Kun, Guilford Events Magazine Supporting Well-Being Across Our Community. From mental health and grief services to programs that promote independence and care for seniors and individuals with special needs, The Guilford Foundation (TGF) awarded more than $27,000 to the organizations featured below, as part of…
The Guilford Foundation (TGF) has kicked off its 2026 Sponsorship Program in partnership with Ascend Bank to support nonprofit fundraising and brand-building events throughout the year. Following the first of three review cycles, TGF awarded $9,450 in sponsorship funding to eight local nonprofits. “We are so grateful for…
The Guilford Foundation, in partnership with Ascend Bank, is pleased to announce the launch of its 2026 Sponsorship Award Program. Through this partnership, Ascend Bank provides $30,000 annually to support Guilford nonprofit organizations with fundraising and brand-building events that bring our community together. Sponsorship applications are submitted through…
The Guilford Foundation (TGF) has announced the timeline for its 2026 annual community impact grantmaking program, inviting eligible nonprofit organizations and public agencies serving Guilford to apply for funding that strengthens the town’s quality of life. Each year, TGF invests in local organizations working across a broad range…
Written by Sigrid Kun, Guilford Events Magazine Arts, culture, and heritage are essential to building a strong and connected community. In 2025, The Guilford Foundation (TGF) awarded more than $15,000 to the nonprofits featured here as part of $117,900 distributed across 35 grants. Through their work, these organizations…