The Community Foundation is a partner in the national Leave A Legacy® program. All of us have the ability to “make a difference in the lives that follow” by leaving a charitable legacy. A gift through your will can recognize loved ones and support issues important to you. It's so easy to make a bequest, find out how.
The value of your real estate may exceed that of any other asset you own. You can use it to fulfill your charitable interests and receive financial and tax benefits. Learn More about
making a gift of real estate.
You can make The Community Foundation the owner and irrevocable beneficiary of your life insurance policy and either give a paid-up policy or continue to pay premiums - all with tax benefits that you can enjoy during your lifetime. Learn more about gifts of life insurance.
You can place cash or property into a trust that pays a fixed amount to The 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. Learn more about
charitable lead trusts.
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 The Community Foundation and is placed into a charitable fund you have selected. You receive income tax benefits the year you establish your trust. Learn more about
charitable remainder trusts.
You can make a gift of cash or property to The Community Foundation now, get immediate tax benefits, and ensure that you or a loved one receive fixed quarterly or annual income payments for life. Learn more about
charitable gift annuities.
If you own highly appreciated stock, a pooled income fund may be an effective way to achieve your charitable goals, increase your income and save on taxes. Learn More about
pooled income funds.