Different people and families think about philanthropy
differently, so The Community Foundation has several
vehicles for making a gift or establishing a fund.

Create a Legacy – or Family Giving Together:
the Donor Advised Endowed Fund
In an endowed fund, principal is invested and protected to become a permanent community resource. Distributions are made from the income earnings annually to support community needs. Many donors choose to work with family or friends – assisted by foundation staff – to define and accomplish charitable intent.

Active Giving – Simple and Immediate:
the Donor Advised Gift Fund
Make one gift now and let The Community Foundation do the work of distributing grants to serve your multiple charitable interests. Get the charitable deduction now; we’re here to help you think about your grantmaking when you’re ready.

A Unique Alternative:
the Donor Advised Impact Fund
Like an Endowed Fund the Impact Fund is invested in The Community Foundation‚s investment pool allowing the principal to grow over time. Donors may request that up to 20% of the fund be granted each year–increasing grant amounts to organizations the donors wish to immediately help.

Respond to Changing Community Needs:
the Community Trust
Make a gift to our flexible fund that will be available in perpetuity to meet emerging community needs. The advantage of a community foundation is our close communication with local organizations to stay in tune with Boulder County’s changing concerns.

Support What You’re Interested In:
Field of Interest Funds
This is an option for people who prefer to support a field of interest rather than specific charitable groups. Foundation funds include trusts for the arts, education, the environment, health and human services, wildlife, the disabled, and gay and lesbian issues.