"We opened a donor advised fund with the Foundation in 2018 as a helpful "hub" for our charitable giving. It has been a great tool for streamlining our philanthropic efforts over the years.
Our giving is motivated by what we see around us. Mostly, we are motivated by our boys – we want to help the community they grow up in to be strong, healthy, happy, and thriving. Any part we can play in that effort, we're glad to do it! As financial and legal professionals, we also like to support organizations providing financial and legal support and resources to those who need them most.
CFWNC gives us many opportunities to plug-in with nonprofits serving the region. Co-investing with CFWNC gives us an opportunity to learn about new nonprofits or be reintroduced to the work others are doing – especially when we may not be exposed to their work in our day to day. And, Women for Women is a wonderful way to connect with smart, motivated, and impactful women in the community. Working within the scope and regional reach of CFWNC, the giving circle leverages the Foundation’s experience and history. Together, we're able to "punch above our weight" when it comes to philanthropy and to tailor our efforts to support families, women and girls in our community.
This past year, in particular, we were wowed by the Foundation's response to Helene. With its deep history and relationships, the Foundation was able to get money in the door and out again so quickly to those helping after the hurricane – it was truly a feat highlighting CFWNC’s many strengths, connections in the community, and reputation for integrity.
We hope that our boys grow up understanding the connections between themselves and their broader community – in WNC and beyond. We hope they will experience and understand the importance of finding ways to support that community with their time, talents, or treasure."
Jenny and Travis Boyer
Fundholders
Jenny is also a Development and Engagement Committee and Women for Women Member.
Photos by Michael Oppenheim