The community foundation of middle tennessee, INC. (the "foundation") is a charitable organization whose purpose is to be a leader, catalyst, and resource for philanthropy by building and holding a permanent and growing endowment for the middle tennessee community's changing needs and opportunities. The foundation provides flexible and cost-effective ways for civic-minded individuals, families, and companies to contribute to their community. The assets of the foundation are devoted to charitable uses of a public nature primarily benefiting the residents of middle tennessee in fields such as social services, education, health, the environment, and the arts.