MFi Legacy Fund Announces Local Grants

Posted on December 23, 2021 | Comments Off on MFi Legacy Fund Announces Local Grants

First appeared in the Medfield Patch at https://patch.com/massachusetts/medfield/medfield-foundation-legacy-fund-announces-local-grants

Medfield Foundation Legacy Fund Announces Local Grants

MFi’s Legacy Fund announces grants to local non-profit organizations and a new $100,000 matching gift challenge opportunity through 12/31/21

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Chris Cahill, announcing the grant winners at 7th Wave Brewing
Chris Cahill, announcing the grant winners at 7th Wave Brewing (Courtesy Image)

MFi Legacy Fund Announces Local Grants

Medfield Foundation’s Legacy Fund announces grants to local non-profit organizations and a new $100,000 matching gift challenge opportunity through December 31, 2021

The Medfield Foundation’s Legacy Fund, an endowment fund created by the Medfield Foundation (MFi), has awarded grants to four local non-profit organizations, enabling them to fund important initiatives to benefit the Medfield community.

The new grants were awarded after the foundation received eleven proposals submitted requesting a total of $62,000. Six groups were invited to participate in a live “Pitch It!” event, and ultimately four were awarded a total of $28,200 in grants. The grant recipients include Medfield Outreach, the Peak House Heritage Center, Sustainable Medfield, and the Friends of the Medfield High School Theatre Society.https://ac1f38d33f43afec0b39381bbd3e3b71.safeframe.googlesyndication.com/safeframe/1-0-38/html/container.html

“The Medfield Foundation is committed to positively impacting the lives of all the town’s residents,” said Kirsten Poler, Medfield Foundation president. “We listened to the needs of the community as presented to us, and we are so pleased we’re able to make these grants. We look forward to growing our grants program through the Matching Gift Challenge so that we can meet more of our community needs in the future.”

“The committee was impressed with the thoughtful approaches that our four recipients displayed throughout the process,” said Legacy Fund Co-Chair Chris Cahill. “We envision these organizations continuing to foster initiatives that help to ensure Medfield remains a town of unique character and value to all residents.”

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This is the second round of grants distributed from the MFi Legacy Fund for a total of $48,200 granted to date. Past MFi Legacy Fund recipients include Friends of the Medfield Rail Trail, Medfield Cares About Prevention (MCAP), and the Cultural Alliance of Medfield (CAM).

For more information about the Legacy Fund or to make a gift through the year-end $100,000 match program, visit https://www.medfieldfoundation.org/legacy-fund.

About the Medfield Foundation

The Medfield Foundation (MFi) is a 100% volunteer-run 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable corporation whose mission is to use community funds to support community-driven projects with the goal of enriching the lives of all in our community. For more information about the Medfield Foundation, Legacy Fund, Angel Run, or any of our other initiatives, visit https://www.medfieldfoundation.org/.

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MEC questionnaire re TOMCAP

Posted on December 21, 2021 | Comments Off on MEC questionnaire re TOMCAP

From the Medfield Energy Committee re the Town of Medfield Climate Action Plan (TOMCAP). Get the questionnaire at https://tinyurl.com/23tnp6vv –

Medfield Plans to Decarbonize to Meet Our Net Zero by 2050 Goal The Medfield Energy Committee is asking all residents to complete a questionnaire so your thoughts, concerns and ideas can be included in the development of the Town of Medfield Climate Action Plan TOMCAP. n After reading the fact sheet below you can access the questionnaire at https://tinyurl.com/23tnp6vv. n It will take approximately 5 minutes to complete. n If you want to participate in the development of the TOMCAP please email us at TOMCAP@Medfield.net Please pass this on to friends and neighbors! This event is not sponsoreed or endosed by the Medfield Public Schools. Medfield Emissions InventoryResidentialBuildings 39.1%PassengerVehicles 41.6%C&I Buildings and Manufacturing Industries 12.3% Municipal Buildings 3.0%Commercial Vehicles 1.6%Other 0.5%Wastewater Treatmentand Discharge1.2%Municipal Vehicles 0.5%Waste 0.2%(2017 Baseline)Town of MedfieldCLIMATE CLIMATE TOMCAP@medfield.net ACTIOACTIO N PLANN PLAN Medfield is Planning for Decarbonizing Medfield voted to support a Net Zero 2050 Goal and to develop a Climate Action Plan to reach that goal (Town Meeting, May 2021). This public outreach effort by the Medfield Energy Committee (MEC) aims to inform and engage residents in developing the Town of Medfield Climate Action Plan (TOMCAP). What is Net Zero carbon emissions? The Medfield Net Zero 2050 goal is in line with Federal and Massachusetts goals and strategies. "Net Zero" means that we reduce most greenhouse gas emissions and offset the rest. Most reductions will be achieved through personal actions that are voluntary and make economic sense. What strategies are available to reduce our emissions significantly? Medfielders can remove the most carbon by driving an electric vehicle, installing a heat pump to heat and cool your home, reducing energy needs (insulation, high efficiency lighting and appliances) and supporting electricity made from renewable sources. When do I act? The best time to make low carbon choices is at natural transition points, such as when you need replace your car, upgrade your heating/cooling system, or renovate your home. Why “electrify everything”? Massachusetts has already moved away from coal-generated electricity. Our local grid is substantially less fossil-fuel intensive than previously and is mandated to continue to improve. The consensus path, at all levels, to continue to reduce carbon footprint is to “Electrify Everything”. Why buy an electric vehicle (EV)? In Medfield, the largest source of GHG gases is from our cars (42%). To significantly reduce our carbon footprint, most new cars will need to be electric. Starting in 2035, only EVs can be sold in Massachusetts. EVs are already quiet, clean, highly efficient, over all less expensive, require less maintenance, offer huge public health benefits and new options are becoming available. What about our homes? In Medfield, running our homes produces close to 40% of our carbon emissions. We can reduce our energy needs, use heat pumps for heating and cooling needs and shifting to renewables. 1. Get a free MassSave energy audit and use their incentives and rebates to insulate your home and get the highest efficient lighting and appliances. 2. Electrify your HVAC. Heat pumps are currently the most efficient technology for heating and cooling homes. MassSave offers substantial incentives for installing heat pumps. 3. Install solar panels directly or support solar installations through a community solar program. This can be profitable while supporting the transition to local renewable electricity. Want to get started? Find information & resources on the Action Portal at SustainableMedfield.org If you want to engage with the TOMCAP process, email us at TOMCAP@Medfield.net Where do Medfield’s carbon emissions come from? The MEC carried out a Greenhouse Gas Inventory of Medfield, pictured on the right. The vast majority of carbon emissions come from our cars and our homes (81%). Please take our informational questionnaire Use https://tinyurl.com/23tnp6vv to access the Questionnaire This fact sheet will be a handy companion to the questionnaire. Thank you! Medfield Emissions InventoryResidentialBuildings 39.1%PassengerVehicles 41.6%C&I Buildings and Manufacturing Industries 12.3% Municipal Buildings 3.0%Commercial Vehicles 1.6%Other 0.5%Wastewater Treatmentand Discharge1.2%Municipal Vehicles 0.5%Waste 0.2%(2017 Baseline)Town of MedfieldCLIMATE CLIMATE TOMCAP@medfield.net ACTIOACTIO N PLANN PLAN

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Select Board 12/21/2021

Posted on December 20, 2021 | Comments Off on Select Board 12/21/2021
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TOWN OF MEDFIELD MEETING NOTICE Posted in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. c. 30A, §§18-25 This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. The Board of Selectmen will attend in person and members of the public may attend in person. In addition, members of the public who wish to participate via Zoom may do so by joining by one of the following options: 1. To join online, use this link: a. https://medfield-net.zoom.us/j/81577342022?pwd=ZTV3VU1EMnRBOHJINGh6 SS9wV3dvdz09 b. Enter Password: 060672 2. To join through a conference call, dial 929-436-2866 or 312-626-6799 or 253-215-8782 or 301-715-8592 or 346-248-7799 or 669-900-6833 a. Enter the Webinar ID: 815 7734 2022 b. Enter the password: 060672 The packet with meeting materials for this meeting will be uploaded at this link: https://www.town.medfield.net/DocumentCenter/View/5613/BOS-Meeting-Packet-December-21 -2021 Board of Selectmen Board or Committee PLACE OF MEETING DAY, DATE, AND TIME Chenery Hall, Medfield Town House Remote participation available through Zoom Tuesday, December 21, 2021 at 7:00 pm Agenda (Subject to Change) Call to Order Disclosure of video recording We want to take a moment of appreciation for our Troops serving around the globe in defense of our country Appointments 1. Police Chief Michelle Guerette to request the Board of Selectmen vote to appoint Officer William Bento as a Sworn Weigher for the Town of Medfield 2. Community Choice Aggregation Committee and Patrick Roche, Good Energy: a. to discuss the draft Medfield Municipal Aggregation plan b. to request the Board of Selectmen vote to open the aggregation plan public review and comment period and schedule a public hearing on the aggregation plan at the January 18, 2021 Board of Selectmen meeting 3. Director of Public Works Maurice Goulet to discuss the Complete Streets policy and request the Board of Selectmen vote to approve the Complete Streets policy Discussion Items 4. Discussion and vote to approve process for vendor warrant and payroll warrant approval Action Items 5. Vote to approve a contract with Barrett Planning Group, LLC for Zoning Diagnostic services 6. Vote to approve liquor, common victualler, amusement, and motor vehicle sales licenses for Calendar Year 2022 in accordance with the list attached to the agenda 7. Board and Committee Appointments a. Appoint Kate Thomas Flanagan to Medfield Outreach Advisory Board for a term to expire June 30, 2022 b. Appoint Caitlin E. Struble, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, to the Medfield Historic District Commission for a three-year term c. Reappoint Cheryl O’Malley to the Medfield Historic District Commission as an alternate member for a three-year term 8. Kingsbury Club Solar project: a. Vote to terminate the Alternative On Bill Credit Agreement with 2 Ice House, LLC for the canopy solar project b. Vote to terminate the Tax Agreement with 2 Ice House, LLC for the canopy solar project c. Vote to approve Subordination, Non-Disturbance and Attornment Agreement with 2 Ice House, LLC 9. Vote to accept a grant in the amount of $25,000 from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Community Compact program for budget document development and authorize the Chair and Town Administrator Kristine Trierweiler to execute the standard state contract documents 10. Vote to approve a contract with the UMass Boston Collins Center for Public Management in the amount of $25,000 for budget document development 11. Vote to accept a grant in the amount of $25,000 from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Community Compact program for a wage and classification plan and authorize the Chair and Town Administrator Kristine Trierweiler to execute the standard state contract documents 12. Vote to participate in the Janssen Settlement and the Distributor Settlement (related to the opioid epidemic) and vote to authorize the Chair to sign the Subdivision Settlement Participation Form for the Janssen and Distributor Settlements 13. Vote to award contracts to the bidders listed in accordance with the Southeast Regional Services Group DPW Services IFB for the 12 month period commencing February 1, 2022 14. Vote to approve a contract with ABudner Strategy Consulting for a Strategic Plan and Needs Assessment for Medfield Outreach Citizen Comment Consent Agenda Meeting Minutes March 23, 2021 October 19, 2021 Town Administrator Updates Next Meeting Dates January 4, 2021 January 18, 2021 January 25, 2021 Selectmen Reports Informational Planning Board Public Hearing Notice re Zoning By-Law Amendments Fios TV Programming Change Notice - Univision Discontinuing Fusion Network Alcohol License Renewals Restaurant - All Alcoholic Beverages Business Address Avenue Restaurant LLC dba Avenue 445 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Tom McGue Inc dba Basil 43 Frairy Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Grand Mandarin Inc dba Jing's Garden II 16 North Meadows Road, Medfield, MA 02052 Kingsbury Club Medfield Inc 2 Ice House Road, Medfield, MA 02052 Noon Hill Partners LLC dba Noon Hill Grill 530 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Zebras Restaurant Group Ltd dba Nosh & Grog Provisions 21 North Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Takara Group Inc dba Takara One Green Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Package Store - All Alcoholic Beverages Business Address Bullards Market and Package Store Inc One Green Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Medfield Package Store Inc. (Larkin's) 20 North Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Palumbo Liquors 547 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Package Store - Wines and Malt Business Address Gulf Resources Inc dba Medfield Commons 270 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052 M Carroll Inc dba Medfield Wine Shoppe 258 Main Street E Medfield, MA 02052 Farmer Brewery Pouring Permit Business Address Seventh Wave Brewing Inc 120 N Meadows Road Medfield, MA 02052 Zelus Beer Company LLC dba Zelus Beer Company One Green Street 2 Medfield, MA 02052 Common Victualler License Renewals Licensee Business Address Avenue Restaurant LLC dba Avenue 445 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Tom McGue Inc dba Basil 43 Frairy Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Blue Moon Bagel Café 236 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Casa Bella Pizza 454 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052 China Sky 24 North Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Cutlets 14 North Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Donut Express/ Cakes 258 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Parafa LLC dba Italian Groceria & Deli 258 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Grand Mandarin Inc dba Jing's Garden II 16 North Meadows Road, Medfield, MA 02052 Kingsbury Club Medfield Inc 2 Ice House Road, Medfield, MA 02052 Gulf Resources, Inc. dba Medfield Commons 270 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Medfield Donuts, Inc. 270 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Medfield Donuts II 563 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Medfield House of Pizza Go Fresh Food Inc., 10 North Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Medfield Subway 547 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Noon Hill Partners LLC dba Noon Hill Grill 530 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Nosh & Grog Provisions 21 North Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Papa Gino’s, Inc 10C North Meadows Road, Medfield, MA 02052 Royal Pizza 483 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Starbucks Corp 467 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Takara Group Inc dba Takara One Green Street, Medfield, MA 02052 The Village Griddle 14A North Meadows Road, Medfield, MA 02052 Amusement License Renewals Licensee Business Address Tom McGue Inc dba Basil 43 Frairy Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Grand Mandarin Inc dba Jing's Garden II 16 North Meadows Road, Medfield, MA 02052 Kingsbury Club Medfield Inc 2 Ice House Road, Medfield, MA 02052 Noon Hill Partners LLC dba Noon Hill Grill 530 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Nosh & Grog Provisions 21 North Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Class II Motor Vehicles Sales License Renewals Licensee Business Address Keegan’s Automotive 27 Brook Street, Medfield, MA 02052

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Medfield Rail Trail

Posted on December 17, 2021 | Comments Off on Medfield Rail Trail

Below is an update on the Medfield Rail Trail from Rep. Denise Garlick’s newsletter “Fresh Garlick,” that contains a link to a video about the building of the Medfield Rail Trail that is really interesting and well done.

For details of how Christian Donner and the other Medfield volunteers moved material on his home made motorized RR handcart, see Christian’s FB posts. Sadly, Christian reported that someone swiped the handcart, which otherwise was destined for inclusion in the Medfield Historical Society museum.

In Medfield, R. Zoppo Corp has recently completed removal of rails and ties along the rail trail between Ice House Road and the Dover line. The next work on the trail will be performed by Medfield DPW who will install a new subsurface. To learn more about this project, click here.

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MFi Legacy Fund’s matching $100,000 challenge

Posted on December 7, 2021 | Comments Off on MFi Legacy Fund’s matching $100,000 challenge

Medfield Foundation Legacy Fund received a $100,000 matching gift challenge

The Medfield Foundation Legacy Fund has received a $100,000 challenge gift from an anonymous donor, that will match all other gifts made to the Legacy Fund before the end of the year. Your gift will not only be doubled, but can be put to work in your community through the grant making in 2022.

The 2021 Legacy Fund round of grants were just announced. The Legacy Fund received ten proposals requesting a total of $62,000 in grant money, and after careful consideration, the MFi Legacy Fund awarded $28,200 in grants to 4 groups:

Medfield Outreach

Peak House Heritage Center

Sustainable Medfield

Friends of the MHS Theatre Society

The MFi Legacy Fund looks forward to seeing the results of the great work these groups will do for our community. The MFi also looks forward to building a larger endowment to allow its grants program to fulfil more of the needs presented to the Medfield Foundation Legacy Fund.

Donate by year end to have your donation doubled, either on-line at www.MedfieldFoundation.org/legacy-fund or send a check to the Medfield Foundation, 459 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052.

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Holiday weekend

Posted on December 7, 2021 | Comments Off on Holiday weekend

ANGEL RUN

Over 1300 participated in the Angel Run, the annual family friendly holiday fun run, that is a Medfield Foundation initiative held on the first Sunday in December. Proceeds raised assist Medfield families in need, and all participants are guaranteed an enjoyable, festive time. These were the refreshments before the arrival of the runners.

HOLIDAY STROLL

Large crowds attended the annual Holiday Stroll sponsored by the Cultural Alliance of Medfield on Friday night. Ron Gustavson was again in charge of the ice sculpture for CAM, and reported that the ice sculpture this year was finished in record time.

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Select Board 12/5/2021

Posted on December 4, 2021 | 1 comment

Town study committee recommends changing name of the Board of Selectmen to the Select Board – see materials for details.

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2021

TOWN OF MEDFIELD MEETING NOTICE Posted in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. c. 30A, §§18-25 This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. The Board of Selectmen will attend in person and members of the public may attend in person. In addition, members of the public who wish to participate via Zoom may do so by joining by one of the following options: 1. To join online, use this link: a. https://medfield-net.zoom.us/j/81577342022?pwd=ZTV3VU1EMnRBOHJINGh6 SS9wV3dvdz09 b. Enter Password: 060672 2. To join through a conference call, dial 929-436-2866 or 312-626-6799 or 253-215-8782 or 301-715-8592 or 346-248-7799 or 669-900-6833 a. Enter the Webinar ID: 815 7734 2022 b. Enter the password: 060672 The packet with meeting materials for this meeting will be uploaded at this link: https://www.town.medfield.net/DocumentCenter/View/5588/BOS-Meeting-Packet-December-7- 2021 Board of Selectmen Board or Committee PLACE OF MEETING DAY, DATE, AND TIME Chenery Hall, Medfield Town House Remote participation available through Zoom Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at 7:00 pm Agenda (Subject to Change) Call to Order Disclosure of video recording We want to take a moment of appreciation for our Troops serving around the globe in defense of our country 7:00 PM Tax Classification Hearing with the Board of Assessors Appointments 1. Town Clerk Marion Bonoldi to discuss reprecincting and redistricting Discussion Items 2. Further discussion of potential next steps for the new elementary school project Action Items 3. Vote to approve an agreement for 40B Technical Assistance with the Massachusetts Housing Partnership 4. Board and Committee Appointments a. Appoint Selectman Murby to the Community Choice Aggregation Committee b. Appoint Assistant Town Administrator Nicholas Milano to the Community Choice Aggregation Committee as an ex officio member c. Accept the resignation of David Stephenson from the Medfield Energy Committee d. Appoint Joseph Hunt to the Affordable Housing Trust 5. Vote to open the 2022 Annual Town Meeting Warrant 6. Vote to appoint Joshua Souza as a lateral transfer into the Medfield Police Department as recommended by Police Chief Guerette 7. Vote to accept grant and sign grant award from Medfield Foundation for Medfield Outreach Needs Assessment and Strategic Plan 8. Vote to accept report from the Board of Selectmen Name Change Committee 9. Vote to approve a contract with E.L. Harvey for single stream recycling 10. Vote to approve and authorize the Chair to sign a Subordination, Non-Disturbance, and Attornment Agreement with the Kingsbury Club and 2 Ice House, LLC Citizen Comment Consent Agenda 11. COA requests a one day beer/wine permit for Tuesday, December 7 from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. for the 1st Ugly Sweater Holiday Social with a performance by the Singing Trooper, Dan Clark and Sunday, December 12 from 12 noon -3:00 p.m. for the Tri-Club Annual Senior Citizens Christmas Party Meeting Minutes Town Administrator Updates Next Meeting Dates December 21, 2021 January 4, 2021 January 18, 2021 Selectmen Reports Informational ● Comcast Price Change Notification ● Architectural Access Board Violation for the Town House (Handicapped Spaces) ● DCAMM RFP for Lease Space ● Medfield Housing Authority RFP

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HOLIDAY WEEKEND SCHEDULE kicks off with Select Board office hours tomorrow 9-10 AM

Posted on December 2, 2021 | Comments Off on HOLIDAY WEEKEND SCHEDULE kicks off with Select Board office hours tomorrow 9-10 AM

HOLIDAY WEEKEND SCHEDULE

  1. Select Board office hours – Friday 9-10 AM at The Center
  2. Holiday Stroll – Friday 4 – 9 PM downtown
  3. Holiday Parade – Saturday 1 PM downtown
  4. Angel Run – Sunday 12:30 PM Medfield High School

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Prayer Service for Liam Nedell, 7PM this evening

Posted on December 1, 2021 | Comments Off on Prayer Service for Liam Nedell, 7PM this evening

Saint Edward’s Parish asks that you share this post and link with our community.

Please note, all are invited to attend. 

https://m.facebook.com/180424121989544/

(Facebook Live can be found here.)

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MFi annual appeal

Posted on November 30, 2021 | Comments Off on MFi annual appeal
-MFi MEDFIELD FOUNDATION INC. Building Community Medfield Foundation, Inc. (MFi) c/o Medfield Town House 459 Main Street Medfield. MA 02052 (774) 469-0260 info@medfieldfoundation.org www.MedfieldFoundation.org Registered Charity: 04-3559057 Board of Directors Kirsten Poler, President Abby Marble, Treasurer Leanne LaBelle, Clerk Pamela Bates John Byrne Meghan Foley Dorrian Cohen Fragola Betsy Marble Matthew Parillo Osler (Pete) Peterson Evan Weisenfeld Bonnie Wren-Burgess Past Board Members Kevin Hern, President Cindy Hern. Legal Advisor Robert Luttman. Clerk Stephen Phillips, President Scott McDermott Kelly McDermott Todd Trehubenko Adam Graber Jan Rimmel Kerry McManama Linda D'Amore Legacy Fund Community Board Todd Trehubenko, Co-Chair Chris Cahill, Co-Chair Ryan Boland Mike LaBelle Abby Marble Betsy Marble Osler (Pete) Peterson Kirsten Poler Evan Weisenfeld Angel Run Board Stephen Greene. Co-Chair Kimberly Crow. Co-Chair Angie Dorney Heidi Lusby Cla ire Shield Rose Colleran Nancy Lorusso Meghan Foley Michelle Burrell Chris Carlin Amy O'Donnell Betsy Marble Minta Hissong Sue Toohey MFi LEGACY F U N · D November 2021 Dear Medfield Neighbor, We hope this letter finds you and your family happy and healthy. Over the past two years, we have become acutely aware of the importance of belonging to a strong, vibrant, and supportive community. Life can quickly and unexpectedly change for us, our family, neighbors, and friends. We here at the Medfield Foundation are writing today to appeal for your help to address our most pressing community needs during these challenging times. Established in 2001, the Medfield Foundation (MFi) is a 100% volunteer-run 501 (c)(3) non-profit charitable corporation. Our mission is to enrich the lives of Medfield residents, build a stronger community, and facilitate the raising and allocation of private funds for public needs in Medfield. Donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. As Medfield's community foundation, MFi is interwoven within the fabric of our town, helping to fundraise over $3,000,000 for community projects, create meaningful events, and-build - - - - resilience for the future. Two major initiatives that currently need help are: • MFi Public Need Fund, which supports the growing number of families facing hard times and crises. This Fund is used by Medfield Outreach and is primarily financed through the proceeds of the MFi Angel Run and your donations. • MFi Legacy Fund Endowment, which is a growing fund whose goal is to raise an endowment large enough to enable annual grants to support community-driven projects to strengthen and improve our hometown now and in the future. On the reverse side of this letter are examples of the enormous impact these Funds have already had on our community. By giving today, you can positively influence the lives of our neighbors who face difficult times. With humility and hope, we ask you to support these two initiatives that will help our community thrive. The enclosed donation card shows the many ways to contribute. To learn more about MFi, the Public Need Fund or Legacy Fund, please go to MedfieldFoundation.org, follow us on social media or email info@MedfieldFoundation.org. Give where you live and where your heart is. Your support will make a difference! With Heartfelt Gratitude, Kirsten Poler President P.S. Does your employer offer matching gifts? You can double your impact!

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