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What is Philanthropy?
1 : goodwill to fellowmen;
especially : active effort to promote human welfare
2 a : a philanthropic act or gift b : an organization distributing or supported by philanthropic funds.
Philanthropy goes beyond charity by attempting to address the underlying causes of social problems rather than only providing immediate assistance to those in need.
What is Charity?
1 : generosity and helpfulness especially toward the needy or suffering; also : aid given to those in need b : an institution engaged in relief of the poor c : public provision for the relief of the needy
Some Information About Us
The Tomberg Family Philanthropies was established to fund well run and effective programs that make a difference in the areas of poverty alleviation, the environment, health and education.
The Philip and Helen Brecher Charitable fund was founded in 2000 by
Charles Tomberg in honor of his grandparents.
The Marty Tomberg Charitable Fund was founded in 2007 by
Gail Tomberg in honor of her husband,
Marty Tomberg. Marty was an entrepreneur whose quiet giving established an interest-free scholarship fund, a college reading program and a fund that supports the research of young professors.
Marty was truly the inspiration for the Tomberg Family Philanthropies.