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Since 1955, we have been privileged to be part of many wonderful legacies by connecting donor generosity to local needs. We serve as a faithful steward for many types of philanthropic gifts and help donors create lasting legacies of giving.
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We seek to support organizations committed to improving the lives of our neighbors. We help people who love Lincoln direct charitable gifts to support our local nonprofits and we make grants that respond to urgent needs in our community.
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We are a catalyzing force that seeks to create a better future for our community. We focus our support to address identified community needs and opportunities by uniting people, institutions and resources to lead positive change.
Let's make more possibilities together.
Every day we witness the beautiful ways that donor generosity is transformed into relief, innovation, hope and change.
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1,202Active Funds
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614Donor Advised Funds
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404Benefactors
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552Legacy Society Members
2025 ANNUAL REPORT
Making More Good Possible
In 2025, we celebrated 70 years of making more possible in Lincoln thanks to the power of collective giving.
News & Stories
We sit in our living rooms and complain about what is happening in the world. There is much fodder: war, pain, sickness, poverty, violence, abuse. Our easy access to information makes it even more difficult to ignore.
The Lincoln Community Foundation team keeps an eye on trends, research, legislative developments and thought leadership at the intersection of charitable planning, estate planning and wealth management. Here are three recent articles we think are especially relevant for attorneys, CPAs and financial advisors serving charitable clients.
As attorneys, CPAs and financial advisors, you’re dedicated to helping charitable clients navigate technical planning opportunities ranging from donor advised funds and Qualified Charitable Distributions to charitable trusts and gifts of complex assets. The Lincoln Community Foundation is here to help, every step of the way!
From the Blog: “Nice to meet you”
If you are a donor or fund holder at LCF, or plan to establish a fund soon, consider introducing your advisors to our Philanthropy Services team. A simple introduction can make a tremendous difference in ultimately achieving your charitable goals.
