Established:  December 2002

The Greater Oxford Community Foundation was established in 2001 to provide an alternative philanthropic vehicle for people who want to enhance an already great community in Oxford/Lafayette County. We are fortunate to have many strong organizations that support our community.  Most of these organizations are oriented towards immediate purposes, however, whereas GOCF provides more of a long-term approach to community support.  We think of GOCF as a "savings" account that will ensure long-term support for many worthwhile activities.  Unrestricted gifts to GOCF can be made over time, up to 5 years, and will receive full tax-deductible benefits. With GOCF spending the investment interest only, donors can be assured that they are making a gift that will endure.

GOCF mission is to provide support for numerous civic, educational, health, human services and cultural activities that will improve the quality of life for all Lafayette County residents. GOCF offers an excellent way to identify local needs and then do something about them. Your investment in GOCF will yield stronger neighborhoods, schools, organizations, and lives, now and in the future.

GOCF  has awarded  grants to the City of Oxford,  Oxford-Lafayette County Heritage Foundation, RSVP/TRIAD, Oxford Park Commission, Garden Friends, Lafayette Elementary, Gordon Head Start, Angel Ranch, Cedar Oaks, and YAC.

Board:
 
Murray Avent
Claiborne Barksdale
Johnny Barrett
David Bell
Richard DeVoe
Teresa Flautt
Don Fruge
Eddie Goliday
Mike Hourin
Richard Howorth
Pat Lamar
Campbell McCool
Mike Mitchell
Majorie O'Donnell
Mary Sharp Rayner
Molissia Swaney
Julie Walton
Geoffrey Yoste





Executive Director:

Lisa Spragins