Listening to partners Another group of partners who have been walking
She is passionate about a balanced approach to
alongside the Community Foundation and challenging
philanthropy that meets the needs of smaller,
us to think about our future focus is our 100 New
emerging nonprofits and movements, while also
Philanthropists. These committed philanthropists
supporting anchor organizations. Her vision for
have diverse perspectives yet share a common desire
our community’s future is to see an equitable shift
to make Kent County a thriving place for everyone.
in resources and leadership. “When our destiny is
They hold a variety of passions and unique purposes
not defined by our zip code, our race or our gender
but know that their collective impact can make a
identity, then we all have similar access to opportunity
difference as we move forward together.
and to making wealth,” she says. “But there are a lot of blockades that need to be knocked down that are not
Lucy Dyer Joswick is one of those 100 New
individual, but systemic.”
Philanthropists. For Lucy, committing to giving today and through a planned gift, volunteering and sharing her story was an easy yes. “I was really taught growing up that it is the social responsibility of all of us to take care of each other,” she said. “That’s how
Learn more about 100 New Philanthropists on pages 18-19.
I think of philanthropy, whether it is giving your time or your money (if you have that to give).” Lucy trusts the Community Foundation to help her advance her personal interests, while also allowing her to be part of something bigger than her individual giving.
Panelists at the Community Foundation's Community Listening Kickoff