GIVING WITH EASE
THE EXTOL CHARITIES FUND
When Extol debuted in February 2015, the team was
determined to produce a “magazine on a mission.”
In addition to publishing bimonthly print and digital
editions, the staff collectively sought out ways to give
back to the Southern Indiana community, a place each
person called home.
At first, that involved giving space within the
magazine, on extolmag.com and via Extol’s social
media outlets to highlight area nonprofits and
individuals who were setting examples by going
above and beyond. Soon, the Extol Team became
invested in a select few charities and donated time or
partnered with other local businesses to assist with
events that would provide much-needed funds for
deserving organizations.
In 2018, the Extol Team delved into the mission and
purpose of the Community Foundation of Southern
Indiana (CFSI) and quickly realized what an asset the
Foundation is to the community in myriad ways. The
staff also learned that despite their small numbers,
partnering with the Foundation could aid them in their
charitable giving – and simplify the process.
In late 2019, Extol launched Extol Charities, a fund of
the Community Foundation of Southern Indiana, and
has been able to provide monetary donations to three
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area charities already and is on a mission to help even
more in 2020.
“For nearly five years, Southern Indiana has supported
our endeavor,” said Extol Editor in Chief Angie Fenton,
“and we knew we wanted to find another avenue to
give back. The Community Foundation’s President
and CEO Linda Speed and her team have made our
desire to return the support by making charitable
contributions seamless and rewarding.”
The process of partnering with CFSI is simple,
added Angie. “We set out our goals, the Foundation
explained what we needed to get started, we sent a
short list of charities we wanted to support and the
monetary gift designations, they ensured the good
standing of the nonprofits and – just like that – checks
were given to our chosen charities. We couldn’t be
happier or more grateful for the Foundation ensuring
we can give with ease.”
At CFSI, we help individuals, families, and businesses
give back in meaningful and impactful ways. Last year,
CFSI fundholders granted more than $5 million to the
many varied and individual causes that are important
to them. Just ask the Extol Magazine Team.