Community Foundation of Brazoria County: Empowering Communities

Our Story

Learn more about our history and how we got started. We are passionate about empowering communities and making a difference in people's lives.

Get Involved

There are many ways to get involved with Community Foundation of Brazoria County. Attend one of our events, become a member, or volunteer your time. We'd love to have you on board!

Our Programs

From providing education to supporting health care initiatives, Community Foundation of Brazoria County offers a range of programs to support communities in need. Learn more about our work.

Donate

Your contribution can make a big difference in the lives of those we serve. Donate today to help support our mission of empowering communities.

Our Impact

Find out how Community Foundation of Brazoria County has made a difference in the community and the lives of those we serve. We are committed to creating lasting change.

Contact Us

Have a question or want to get in touch? We'd love to hear from you. Contact us today and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

Women Building Community - Making a Difference!

The purpose of the Women Building Community (WBC) fund is to work together to fund programs and provide resources and activities for women and children. The WBC mission is to bring together a coalition of caring Brazoria County woman who are actively involved in giving back to the community.

The WBC Charitable Giving Fund makes immediate grants and donations while the WBC Endowment Fund continues to ensure grants in the future.

The 2024 WBC Grant recipients were awarded their checks during the Annual WBC Garden Party held at the Doris Williams Civic Center in Lake Jackson on 3 October 2024.

Pictured:

Cheri McBurnett, 2024 WBC Garden Party MC, WBC Member and CFBC President.

The 2024 recipients were: Brazoria County Dream Center, Brazosport College Foundation, Pearland PTS's Swap Shop program, Refuge for Women Texas Gulf Coast, River of Hope, and True to Life Ministries.

Building Community. You are invited to become involved in Women Building Community, and as a voting member you pledge to make a minimum gift of $1,000 per year for a period of 5 years. Payments may be made quarterly, annually, or as a lump sum.

Women Building Community is a part of the Community Foundation of Brazoria County. To join WBC please contact CFBC Executive Director, Debby Soltesz at 979-848-2628.

Our Programs

We offer a variety of programs aimed at addressing the needs of our community, including education, healthcare, and social services. Learn more about our programs and how you can benefit from them.

Donate to Community Foundation of Brazoria County

Your donation will help us continue our mission and support our community. Every dollar counts and will make a difference in the lives of those we serve.

Contact Us

Have a question or a suggestion? We're always here to help. Contact us today and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

Plus Power Community Battery BBQ Party

Mike Coburn, CFBC, and Keith Merkel of Plus Power.

Mr. Merkel is the Senior Technical Asset Manager at Plus Power and the company representative who first reached out to Debby Soltesz, Executive Director, of the Community Foundation of Brazoria County.

Molley Emerson of Plus Power and Mike Coburn, CFBC.

Ms. Emerson is the Senior Director of Development Operations for Plus Power and is responsible for shepherding projects through site origination and local permitting.

Ivan Nzouatcham of Plus Power and Mike Coburn, CFBC.

Mr. Nzouatcham is a Real Time Power Trader for Plus Power.

Paul Spracklen of Tesla and Mike Coburn, CFBC.

Mr. Spracklen is Product Safety/Quality Commercial Service Project Manager at Tesla specializing in, among other things, Power Storage.

The Community Foundation of Brazoria County would like to say "Thank You" to Plus Power for their support and confidence in our mission.

The Community Foundation of Brazoria County (CFBC) is proud to be recertified by the National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations.

This Seal indicates that CFBC is in compliance with National Standards from the Council on Foundations National Standards Board.