Ways to Give

A variety of giving methods tailored to your unique situation.

Outright Gift. You can make a gift of cash, stocks, bonds, real estate, or other assets to your Community Foundation. Your gift qualifies for maximum charitable benefit under state and federal law.

Bequest. You can designate a gift or portion of your estate to your Community Foundation and, in some cases, receive a substantial reduction in federal gift and estate taxes.

Gift Annuity. You can make a gift of cash or property to your Community Foundation now, get immediate tax benefits, and ensure that you or a loved one receive fixed quarterly or annual income payments for life.

Charitable Remainder Trust. You can place cash or property in a trust that pays annual income to you (or another named beneficiary) for life. After your death, the remainder of the trust transfers to your Community Foundation, and is placed in a charitable fund you’ve selected. You receive income tax benefits the year you establish your trust.

Charitable Lead Trust. You can place cash or property in a trust that pays a fixed amount to your Community Foundation for the number of years you select. Once this period ends, the assets held by the trust are transferred to the beneficiaries you name. In some cases, you receive a substantial reduction in federal gift and estate taxes.

You receive personalized service.
Each individual, family, or organization we work with has unique charitable
interests…and unique financial circumstances. We help you make the most of
both, so you receive the greatest return on your community investment.