Greetings! Business owners who are considering retiring and selling their businesses have big issues to consider. First, they will often have a low basis in their business, and after 20, 30, or even 40 years of appreciation, capital gains taxes are enough to make any business owner cry! Second, business owners who have spent the majority of their working lives building wealth and supporting their extended families may be concerned about their retirement income and their capacity to continue caring for their loved ones after the business sale. There are charitable vehicles that can assist you in accomplishing your financial, familial, social and charitable goals. It's important to consult tax savvy professionals that can structure the sale of your business to achieve these goals and save you substantially on your tax bill. Did you know there are options that will provide you with a stream of income and assist the you in establishing a family legacy of philanthropy? If you would like to learn more and consider establishing your legacy to benefit the community you love, please give us a call!

Kathy Smith, Executive Director

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EDUCATION IMPACT

In 2022, the Community Foundation of South Lake was able to award $44,225.00 in scholarships. Over the lifetime of our scholarship fund, we have awarded $772,224.00 and helped many student achieve their education and career goals. If you are passionate about providing education opportunities to our local youth, contact our team today to discover how you can make an impact forever Start a Fund

As we head back to school this month, we are highlighting Family Matters of Central Florida who serves in educating at risk youth. They were awarded a Community Foundation of South Lake grant in 2021-2022 to continue their tutoring program. Family Matters has successfully had a 99.5% passing rate for all students. Participating students are also promoted to the next academic level. If you would like to support organizations like Family Matters in perpetuity, contact our team today and ask about starting a fund.

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NONPROFITS CONNECT

Fast 5 Strategies for Year-end Fundraising Success Wondering how you will reach (or exceed!) your year-end fundraising goals? Dreading the long to-do lists and could use a boost? Looking for ways to make it all more compelling?   This step-by-step interactive “Get-It-Done” two-part workshop is for you! You will learn from two fundraising pros as you produce a donor- retaining, higher-earning, year-end campaign.   Whether new to fundraising or a seasoned professional, you will benefit from learning practical, proven strategies to invigorate your year-end campaign and inspire donors, leading to ongoing fundraising success.   Through this highly interactive “Get-It-Done” workshop you will: •  Create a campaign that moves your donors and raises more money •  Produce compelling messages for your audiences • Create a year-end plan inclusive of thankful Thanksgiving, Giving Tuesday and year-end giving •  Learn best practices for maximizing your campaign •  Learn as you go with your campaign executed along the way WHEN: Tuesdays, 9:00 am to noon: September 13 and 20 WHERE: 2150 Oakley Seaver Dr., Clermont 34711 COST: $25

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DONORS CONNECT

Join the Community Foundation of South Lake a we sponsor the South Lake Chamber of Commerce breakfast : Friday, September 16th at 7:15A.M.-8:30A.M. Register

Community Partners

Now accepting 2023 Community Partners! Investing in our Community Partnership Program allows your business to contribute to local philanthropy on another level. We want to get to know your organization and its philanthropic interests to ensure that the organizational goals are met while meeting the pressing needs in our community.

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There are many ways you can give to positively impact the South Lake Community. Pictured left is a photo from our 2022 board retreat. We appreciate their commitment and dedication to the success of the Community Foundation of South Lake and our community. If you are looking for ways to give back to the community, consider becoming a board member of a local non-profit.

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2150 OAKLEY SEAVER DR. | CLERMONT, FL 34711 | (352) 394-3818

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