Generations of donors have created the charitable funds at The Community Foundation, and every fund has a story. Below is a selection of profiles of the people behind the funds.

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Patricia Hermes Fund ›

Est. 2018 by Paul Hermes in memory of his mother, an accomplished author of books for children and young adults.

From the Start: Trowbridge Environmental Center ›

Visitors learn about East Rock's wildlife, geology, and history at the Trowbridge Environmental Center that was created thanks in part to funding from the Hayes Q. Trowbridge Fund at The Community Foundation was established by bequest of .

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Carol and Stephen Ross Fund for Arts Education ›

Est. 2018 in honor of Carol and Stephen Ross for their commitment to community arts education.

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Island Preserved for Future Generations ›

Elizabeth Hird created the Outer Island Education and Research Fund in 2003 to ensure protection of the island's natural resources and to enable continued access to the island for educational and research activities.