The Civic League

A nonprofit organization

Three caring women, Romona Upfield, Glenna Grimmer and Anna Leslie Richardson formed The Civic League in 1963. Recognizing the many opportunities for service that such a rapidly growing community would have, these women foresaw an organization sensitive to a community's specific needs, serving where no other funding was available.

The purpose of this organization is educational, charitable, and cultural. We assist the city, the schools and the community at large by promoting and engaging in philanthropic activities. We serve the citizens of Addison, Carrollton and Farmers Branch.

Our donations began with $600 in 1964 given to the City of Farmers Branch for the first irrigation system for Don Showman field. We have grown with our community and now include the cities of Addison, Carrollton and the cities of CFB ISD, including Irving, Coppell & Dallas.

We have given over $3 million as of 2018.

These gifts have benefited various community needs: our schools, the local arts, children, seniors and people at risk, and graduating seniors. We are dedicated to maintaining our reputation as a successful charitable organization by providing funds that go directly to our recipients.

Since 1963, The Civic League Foundation, Inc. has given out more than $1.6 million in scholarships to students from Addison, Carrollton and Farmers Branch which have helped the young people achieve their educational goals. Each spring, graduating seniors and previous recipients who are continuing in college or secondary education training apply for the scholarships. Civic League members conduct interviews with applicants at their schools and make their selections based on financial need, educational performance, maturity, and goals.

Our Needs

COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP SPONSORSHIP

Scholarships are awarded to local students. Many the first in their families to go to college. These students need a little help to achieve their goals.

Last year (2018) we awarded scholarships to 38 students in 6 local high schools.

Your contribution will allow us to increase the number of scholarships we are able to award.

CIVIC GRANT SPONSORSHIP

Grants are awarded for Educational, Charitable and Cultural Projects. We are committed to contributing to the growth and development of a changing community.

Last year (2018) we presented Civic Grants to 12 local, non profit organizations.

Your contribution will help fill unmet needs of our citizens by initiating new services and expanding existing services.

Mission

The Civic League is a tax-exempt, nonprofit organization dedicated to community service of the highest quality.

We attain our financing through an annual fundraiser and other projects. We are involved because we are concerned citizens. We are aware and committed to contributing to the growth and development of a changing community...to fill unmet needs of our citizens by initiating new services and expanding existing ones.

Equity Statement

The Civic League prohibits the distribution of funds on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity or gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, mental or physical disability, political belief or affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under state or federal law with respect to employment, volunteer participation and the provisions of services.

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

The Civic League

Tax id (EIN)

23-7282998

Guidestar

Causes

Community Improvement, Social Services

Operating Budget

Less than $100,000

Address

PO BOX 814372
Farmers Branch, TX 75381

Phone

214-724-5077

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