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Philanthropy TodayCFA Sponsor The Trust Company on the GMCF Community Hour Episode - 192Greater Manhattan Community Foundation founder Mark Knackendoffel shares how recognizing philanthropy drives more charitable giving and strengthens the community. The GMCF has exceeded all expectations in its 25-year journey, providing structure, discipline, and support to local organizations while avoiding direct competition in fundraising.• Community Foundation Awards bring visibility to worthy causes and inspire others to contribute• GMCF was created to provide structure and discipline to philanthropic efforts, not to be a direct fundraiser• The foundation reached its "10 in 10" goal ($10 million in 10 years) in just 7-8 years• Trust Company actively encourages staff to take leadership roles in...
2025-03-1115 minPhilanthropy TodayGMCF Cornerstone Vision Award Winner Mark Knackendoffel - Philanthropy Today Episode 171Today, we chatted with Mark Knackendoffel, the recipient of the Vision Cornerstone Award at the Community Foundation Awards. This award recognizes those who saw the potential of what a community foundation could do for Manhattan. During our discussion, Mark shared his journey from leading the trust department at First National Bank to founding his own company and becoming a key player in forming the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation. Mark's first interaction with philanthropy in his early days with the IRS's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program inspired his lifelong efforts with Big Brothers, Big Sisters, and Greater Manhattan Community Foundation...
2024-08-1325 minPhilanthropy TodayGMCF Founder Mark Knackendoffel - Philanthropy Today Episode 132Today, we caught up with another of GMCF’s founding members, Mark Knackendoffel. In our conversation, we discussed the inception of the community foundation, the necessity for non-profits to plan for the future, and educating the community about philanthropy. GMCFCFAs
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