Empowering Growth, Enriching Community
The Columbia-Marion County Development Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to fostering a stronger, more vibrant future for Columbia and Marion County. Established to support charitable, scientific, and educational efforts, the Foundation works to improve the efficiency, quality, and pace of economic growth and employment opportunities in our community.
Rooted in a deep belief that shared knowledge and opportunity uplift everyone, the Foundation supports initiatives that promote economic development, small business support, tourism, workforce readiness, neighborhood revitalization, and community unity. Through research, training, and collaborative programs, the Foundation addresses employment challenges, industry diversification and the economic environment, helping pave the way for a more inclusive and prosperous local economy.
The Foundation also serves as a trusted vehicle for charitable giving. Tax-deductible donations to the Foundation directly support efforts to build stronger businesses, educate our workforce, and connect people to opportunity—ensuring that Columbia and Marion County thrive today and for generations to come.
Whether through strategic planning, job training, community studies, or public forums, the Columbia-Marion County Development Foundation is working every day to strengthen the heart of our region. Together, we are building a future defined not just by growth—but by shared prosperity.