Development Committee Summary
The Forest Highlands Foundation entered 2025 with a focus on long-term sustainability and expanding its philanthropic reach within the greater Flagstaff community. Following its transition to a freestanding 501(c)(3) in 2024, the Development Committee has focused on creating a "strategic roadmap" for both annual activities and sustainable donor growth. Core Objectives Mission-Driven Philanthropy: Continuing the focus on human services for at-risk populations and programs aimed at breaking the cycle of poverty for future generations. Sustainable Growth Moving beyond the success of the 25th Anniversary Gala to establish consistent, year-round funding streams. Community Engagement Encouraging member involvement through a diverse portfolio of events, including the rebranded Foundation Pro-Am Golf Tournament. The Champions Club Rollout A central pillar of the 2025 development strategy is the introduction of The Champions Club, a new donor program designed to stabilize the Foundation’s long- term impact. Purpose: The Champions Club aims to build a sustainable donor base to consistently serve the less fortunate in Flagstaff. Commitment Level: Members are invited to join by committing to a minimum $5,000 gift during the year toward the Foundation’s mission. Member Recognition & Benefits: Hosted Fine Dining: In appreciation of their leadership gift, each Champion is invited to an exclusive hosted fine dining experience. Commemorative Recognition: Members will be honored with a commemorative bronze plaque, to be permanently mounted at the Canyon Clubhouse entrance. Impact Milestones Through the work of the Development and Grants Committees, the Forest Highlands Foundation has now distributed over $8 million to Flagstaff nonprofits since 1999. In 2025 significant direct grants continued to be awarded with the Foundation granting its highest single annual year grants total with over $600k given out in the greater Flagstaff community.
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