Our Mission: 

We inspire generosity to create immediate impact and lasting legacies for the betterment of people in Barrow County.

Our Vision:

We envision a thriving community of engaged, charitable citizens who pursue opportunities to help each other.

We pursue this by:

• Helping donors achieve their charitable interests with a wide range of financial assets.
• Investing assets responsibly to preserve and increase funds for community projects and donor interests.
• Knowing the needs of Barrow County and collaborating with others to impact our community’s greatest opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Leading the way to convene difference-makers in developing common goals and strategies to meet them.

Our Strategic Goals: 

Foster a Culture of Giving

By focusing on philanthropy and the power of relationships, the Barrow Community Foundation will strive to inspire generosity and unite the community around shared values. We will promote giving as a way of life, so that everyone—regardless of their means—is encouraged to get involved and discover new ways to make a positive difference.

Mobilize the Community Around Vital Issues

By becoming a catalyst for transformative change, the Barrow Community Foundation will boldly address our most pressing needs and mobilize resources to create sustainable solutions that empower individuals and build connectivity toward common goals.

Achieve Organizational Excellence and Sustainability

The Barrow Community Foundation will be recognized for its unwavering commitment to rigorous best practices that exceed federal and state law requirements and demonstrate integrity, accountability and excellence in service to our community.  We will continue investing in people, systems, and infrastructure to build an organization that is trusted, admired, and positioned for long-term success.