Welcome to our CFRC Guild

•  About.  The CFRC Guild is a network of engaged community leaders dedicated to advancing the core values of Community Foundation of Rutherford County by building trust, cultivating connections, promoting partnerships, while deepening community involvement.    

         — In short, the Guild expands the Foundation’s outreach and impact. 

• Mission.  To champion the CFRC's values while building lasting relationships and expanding community impact.

• Support CFRC Mission.  To promote philanthropy by identifying and addressing present and future community needs.

• Support CFRC Purpose.  Connecting Generosity with Need® while enriching the quality of lives of those we serve.

• Serve on a Special Events Committee(s).  Each Guild member agrees to be actively involved with at least one of our ongoing special events.  We currently have two annual special events, CFRC Rodeo and Cuisine & Corks (Annual Donor Thank You Dinner).

• Financial Commitment.  Each Guild member is required to commit to an annual minimum donation of $500 or $750 as a married couple.  Each Guild member is encouraged to obtain sponsorship(s) for the special event committee in which they're serving.  Note: Should you become a Board of Director, your CFRC Guild annual contribution will serve as a credit towards your $10,000 Board of Directors requirement.

• Attendance.  There is no attendance requirement, but each Guild member is expected to be actively engaged and committed to serving on a Special Events Committee.  Guild members are welcome to attend CFRC Board meetings as observers to gain firsthand insight into how we conduct our business and make decisions.  Click here for meeting & event schedule.

• Communication.  Each Guild member is expected to communicate effectively and timely to all CFRC correspondence (e.g. emails, calendar invitations, etc.).

• Enhance the Organization’s Public Standing.  Each Guild member should serve as an advocate for our organization.  Each member should have a general understanding of our Endowment and the purpose thereof.

CFRC Guild's Mission — to champion the CFRC's values while building lasting relationships and expanding community impact.