§ "Give
Where You Live" We provide a vehicle for you
to keep your charitable giving assets here in our region.
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Permanence. A gift given through us is given in
perpetuity. As a permanent memorial in your name, or the name
of someone you wish to honor, your fund enables you to carry
out your charitable interests now and in the future. Your
gift will never lose its power to fulfill your charitable
goals and will always keep pace with changing times.
§ Charitable
Impact. We can assist you in targeting your contributions
where they will do the most good for the region. Grants from
your fund may be combined with those from other funds for
greater impact.
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Professional Management.
All assets are professionally managed according to the investment
policies established by the Board of Directors. Your fund
benefits from being pooled and invested together with our
other assets.
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Economics. Using us is an economical way to make
your contributions work for you. For most funds, we charge
only a modest annual administrative fee of 1.5% of the fund's
fair market value. Extraordinary expenses for legal, consulting,
or program services are charged against the appropriate fund.
§ Tax
Advantages. When you create a fund with us, you receive
an income tax or estate tax deduction. Because we are a public
charity, all donations earn the maximum available deduction.
Funds are also exempt from excise taxes and the many other
restrictions placed on private foundations. This means that
more resources are available to address regional needs.
