[DianeM]

Originally Posted by Villageswimmer

OP, what is VillagesCFoundation?

Something he wants to set up.

[72lions]

Originally Posted by rustyp

How do you propose we select the officers of this foundation ?

Thank you for the question. At the moment, I am just trying to gauge the interest in trying to do something for this community. Unfortunately, this thread has already deteriorated to one about issues of the poor and the Morse family.

Should there be a collective support to start a community foundation here, I would establish the corporation through the proper legal channels, and invite anyone and everyone who wishes to participate to a forum. Hopefully we will be able to gather without the use of electronica media at that point in time. Obviously the initial officers and required board would be pulled from those who have expressed a desire to work on behalf of this nonprofit.

[JSR22]

I am interested. I would donate.

[Villageswimmer]

Originally Posted by 72lions

Thank you for the question. At the moment, I am just trying to gauge the interest in trying to do something for this community. Unfortunately, this thread has already deteriorated to one about issues of the poor and the Morse family.

Should there be a collective support to start a community foundation here, I would establish the corporation through the proper legal channels, and invite anyone and everyone who wishes to participate to a forum. Hopefully we will be able to gather without the use of electronica media at that point in time. Obviously the initial officers and required board would be pulled from those who have expressed a desire to work on behalf of this nonprofit.

Are you talking about a nonprofit or a not-for-profit structure? What is your background that qualifies you to do this?

[72lions]

Originally Posted by Villageswimmer

OP, what is VillagesCFoundation?

Community foundations are grantmaking public charities that are dedicated to improving the lives of people in a defined local geographic area. They bring together the financial resources of individuals, families, and businesses to support effective nonprofits in their communities. Frequently, communities will use this as a means of distributing someone’s extraordinary wealth that has been left with the foundation. I just saw this as an opportunity to secure a sizable amount of money through a small contribution by many that could then be used to benefit others within our lives. It’s soul purpose would not need to address the current situation and if enough money was raise, he could provide benefits to many for years.

[Villageswimmer]

Originally Posted by JSR22

I am interested. I would donate.

Really. Have you researched this on Charity Navigator?

[72lions]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

Thank you.

And I think the OP needs to think that a terrible economic situation is brewing and churning and as I said before it will probably get worse. It is even possible that people's company pensions may disappear. I think it wise in times of uncertainty to save your money and keep your money. Those needing it may be your own kin.

Thank you for your thoughts. I agree that this current situation is far from over and may well get worse economically. That said, here in the villages where the majority of homes are purchased without a mortgage, we are many if not most of our neighbors have been blessed with military pensions and corporate payments that are not likely to go away anytime soon, and win a contribution of $1200, or less, could be made when these funds were unexpected, seems to me to be a viable way to raise a sizable sum of money with which we could all do good and feel good about. As to the discussion of the Morse family, my point was simply that it would be a vehicle for them, and perhaps other very wealthy people, to provide more sizable amounts to help this effort.

[Bogie Shooter]

I think if the Morse family wanted to do something like that.....they would.

[Villageswimmer]

Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter

I think if the Morse family wanted to do something like that.....they would.

Maybe they are. They don’t report to us.

[Nucky]

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[DianeM]

You have not taken into consideration that if people in TV are that well off they will not receive stimulus checks. Not fond of people who reach into my pocket. Hard NO for me.

[rustyp]

Originally Posted by 72lions

Thank you for the question. At the moment, I am just trying to gauge the interest in trying to do something for this community. Unfortunately, this thread has already deteriorated to one about issues of the poor and the Morse family.

Should there be a collective support to start a community foundation here, I would establish the corporation through the proper legal channels, and invite anyone and everyone who wishes to participate to a forum. Hopefully we will be able to gather without the use of electronica media at that point in time. Obviously the initial officers and required board would be pulled from those who have expressed a desire to work on behalf of this nonprofit.

1 - why don't we leave the Morse's out of this conversation ? If they wish to contribute after it is established they will.
2. - how do I get in on the ground floor. I want to be an officer but I want to be part of the establishment of this foundation from the ground up every step of the way.

[72lions]

The Foundation, if established would be a Florida corporation organized under IRS Code 501(C)(3) which requires detailed records, a Board and Officer structure and annual federal tax filing. I have extensive experience in running and serving on non profit Boards, but my personal interest at present is gauging if there is sufficient support at this important time when initial funding support could be a true community effort. Fe3l free to send questions or an expression of support to VillagesCFoundation@gmail.com.

[Debfrommaine]

Originally Posted by 72lions

Here’s an idea. Let The Villages lead the way in supporting those in need. Here’s how:

Assume 100,000 Villagers will receive $1,200. That’s $120 MILLION. Now, assume most don’t really NEED this money and 1 out if every 4 would part with it.

Let’s set up a Villages Community Foundation registered with the IRS and the State as a bone fide charitable organization.

Take the money - as much as $30 million and start providing gifts, grants and/or loans to our less fortunate workers and business owners as needed.

Who knows, maybe the Morse extended family could throw in a large contribution (tax deductible ) for good measure.

THIS IS NOT A JOKE. I AM VERY SERIOUS.

If you agree, simply post your support now. If you believe you could offer meaningful ideas and would like to help in some way, send me an email and I will start a group.

We owe something to the cashiers, restaurant workers, shop owners and their employees and others who make this a great community.

Thanks for reading.

Dale Smith
Village of Collier
VillagesCFoundation@gmail.com

Don't forget your hospital workers. Our nurses and docs do a great job but remember the EVS people who clean the rooms, security guards who keep you safe, Materials Management who see that everything is well stocked, cafeteria workers too. There are a lot of people who could use your kind donations.

[72lions]

Agreed. Email me at VillagesCFoundation@gmail.com. (No caps required)