Local business leaders support the New Canaan Community Foundation’s Annual Luncheon, “Leaving Your Legacy” which features widely known philanthropist and legacy mentor Tracy Gary as the keynote speaker.
In the photo pictured from left to right: 1st Row: Jeanne Gnuse, HTG Investment Advisors, Inc.; Ann Lobdell, NCCF Board member and Luncheon Corporate Sponsor Chair; Marion Schmeek, U.S. Trust Bank of America Private Wealth Management; Tim Orr, Merrill Lynch Private Wealth Management. 2nd Row: George Moore, Merrill Lynch Private Wealth Management; Rick Casiglioni, Diserio Martin, O’Connor and Castiglioni LLP; Lawrence Mannix, Hawthorne, Ackerly and Dorrance; David Rucci, Rucci, Burnham, Carta and Carello LLP and Elizabeth Cahill, U.S Trust Bank of America Private Wealth Management. Not pictured is Laurie Budnick of BlumShapiro and Jon Old of Longmeadow Invesments.

The New Canaan Community Foundation will be hosting its 5th Annual Philanthropy Luncheon on November 12, 11:30 – 2:30 at Woodway Country Club. All proceeds will benefit the NCCF’s Young Philanthropist Fund; a committee of high school aged residents who work with NCCF staff and Board members to gain and understanding of non-profit organizations and experience a grant making process which funds programs that address community needs.

The Community Foundation is honored to have Tracy Gary as this year’s keynote speaker. Ms. Gary educates and supports donors, family foundations, financial service organizations and nonprofits about the stewardship of money, leadership, legacy and philanthropy. According to Lisa Wrenn, NCCF’s Board member and Luncheon Chair, “through Tracy’s nonprofit organization Inspired Legacies, Ms. Gary has consulted with more than 725 individuals annually, regional grant making associations, private, family and community foundations. Tracy has a wealth of information that we are excited to have her share with us.” Ms. Gary has appeared on the Oprah Winfrey Show, the Today Show, NPR and has published numerous articles and books.