Our mission at the Greater Black Point Community Foundation is to improve the region's quality of life through the power of philanthropy.
We do this by offering individuals, families, and businesses the most effective charitable giving tools available in the marketplace today.
We combine our offerings with unparalleled expertise in the areas of philanthropic planning, nonprofit sector issues, community priorities, and social impact culture dynamics that are driving human progress in the modern era.
Founded in 1968, the Greater Black Point Community Foundation is honored to work with hundreds of donors, nonprofits, advisors, and civic leaders to achieve dreams for making Greater Black Point an even better place to live for everyone.
OUR TEAM
Elizabeth Bennette - CEO
ebennette@gbpointfoundation.org
508-987-7654
Don Lius - VP Donor Services
dlius@gbpointfoundation.org
508-987-0987
William Bowen - VP Program
wbowen@gbpointfoundation.org
508-987-4537
Nan Howard - CFO
nhoward@gbpointfoundation.org
508-987-2897
Donnie Roberts - Director Program
droberts@gbpointfoundation.org
508-987-2786
Mary Jones - Director Marketing
mjones@gbpointfoundation.org
508-987-7690
Jose Bennett - Staff Accountant
jbennett@gbpointfoundation.org
508-987-3i21
Bob Wilson - Executive Assistant
bwilson@gbpointfoundation.org
508-987-9876
OUR board of directors
Elizabeth Bennette
CEO, Greater Black Point Community Foundation
Roger Backstrom, Chair
Founder & CEO, Infinity Technology Partners
Alex Majors, Vice Chair
President, Land & Sea Venture Group
Christia Himmel, Secretary/Treasurer
Community Volunteer
Alex Hill
Partner, Virtual Reality Productions
Karina Howey
CEO, One Celebrations Media Group
Lester Milbank
Retired Managing Partner, Milbank Maxey & Forbes LLP
Winston Wilson
Anchor, BPTV Channel 17
FiNANCIALS
We invite you to view our online Annual Report to get to know us better. In this report, you will find key stats and a listing of funds established by individuals, families, and businesses to support the causes they love the most.
FAST FACTS
Established in 1968
256 funds, including 187 donor-advised funds, 24 field of interest funds, 15 designated funds, 10 scholarship funds, 1 memorial fund, 10 corporate funds, and 9 endowments
$85,248,317 in total assets
$13,639,680 in total grants distributed from funds in 2016, with 82% of grants distributed in support of nonprofits in the Greater Black Point region
FAQs
WHAT IS A COMMUNITY FOUNDATION?
We are so glad you asked! View our video to find out everything you need to know.
IF WE MOVE AWAY FROM THE GREATER BLACK POINT AREA, WHAT HAPPENS TO OUR FUND?
We know you love Greater Black Point as much as we do! We also know that change is a constant in everyone's lives. If changes in your life take you away from our region, we will miss you! But your fund is still as flexible as it ever was. You can continue to make grant recommendations to any nonprofit of your choice, whether in the Greater Black Point area or anywhere else in the United States.
ANNUAL REPORT
We are pleased to announce the release of our 2020 Annual Report, showcasing the power of philanthropy in our region and capturing our financial results through December 2021.
This time, our Annual Report includes a special section featuring social impact and emerging philanthropists. We are thrilled to engage those of you who are part of the next generation of our region's leaders. We know you're doing lots of good for Greater Black Point through volunteering, recycling, serving on boards, sharing with colleagues in need, celebrating at community events, and caring about your own health and wellness.
You'll be captivated by the vivid images and compelling stories on the pages of this dynamic and forward-thinking publication. Enjoy!