Your Community Foundation of White County plays a critical role in making sure the right tools are available to address the needs of all residents. Whether you're a donor with a passion for giving back or a nonprofit seeking to make an impact, our community foundation is your toolbox—filled with diverse ways to give and resources to create lasting change.
Tools for Donors: Many Ways to Give, Many Ways to Make a Difference
Giving is personal, and we believe there should be as many ways to give as there are reasons to give. That’s why the Foundation provides a variety of giving options, each designed to make philanthropy accessible and meaningful for everyone. Here are some of the tools you can use as a donor:
Cash Donations: Simple and straightforward, cash donations are a quick way to support the causes you care about.
Appreciated Securities: By donating appreciated stocks or bonds, you can avoid capital gains taxes and make a larger impact.
Bequests: Including a gift to the foundation in your will allows you to create a lasting legacy.
Life Insurance Policies: Donating a life insurance policy is a powerful way to support the community, often at a low cost.
Retirement Plan Assets: Donors can make charitable contributions directly from their retirement accounts, reducing taxable income.
Charitable Remainder Trusts: These trusts provide income for you or a loved one during your lifetime, with the remainder going to support charitable causes.
Charitable Gift Annuities: A gift annuity provides you with fixed income while benefiting the community in the long run.
Penny Per Bushel: An innovative option for farmers, donating a portion of their crop’s proceeds allows them to give back through their work.
Not only are there many ways to give, but there are also many ways to direct your gifts. Donors can establish different types of funds to turn their charitable dreams into reality:
Unrestricted Funds: These funds give our foundation the flexibility to address emerging needs in the community.
Designated Funds: Choose specific nonprofits or causes to receive regular funding, ensuring your passion is supported long into the future.
Donor Advised Funds: You decide how and when grants are distributed, providing flexibility and control over your giving.
Scholarship Funds: Empower the next generation by creating scholarships for students pursuing higher education.
Agency Funds: Nonprofits can establish funds to support their long-term sustainability and growth.
Tools for Nonprofits: Grantmaking for Impact
Our nonprofit partners are the hands that turn tools into transformation. We are proud to support them through a variety of grantmaking programs designed to meet diverse needs across the community. Each grant type represents a different tool in the toolbox:
Community Cares Grants: These grants address a wide range of needs, from basic services to innovative programs, making sure the community's most pressing concerns are met.
Women Giving Together Grants: Focused on uplifting women and children, these grants support programs that create brighter futures and new opportunities.
Youth Philanthropy Council Grants: Led by young leaders, these grants focus on improving school communities and empowering students to be active changemakers.
Leslie Grants: Sometimes, a small amount can make a big difference. Leslie Grants provide swift funding (up to $1,000) for projects that need a quick boost.
Mental Wellness Grants: Supporting mental health is vital to the well-being of the community. These grants target mental wellness initiatives that can provide much-needed support.
Glen B. & Lorraine D. Garrott Grants: For our neighbors in Brookston, Garrott Grants help address the unique needs and opportunities within their community.
Additionally, our dozens of agency and designated funds ensure that donations continue to support the causes that align with donors' passions, delivering sustained impact over time.
Your Community’s Toolbox is for Everyone
Our toolbox is designed for every resident, donor, and nonprofit in our community. Whether you’re looking to make a one-time contribution or establish a long-term legacy, there’s a tool that fits your philanthropic goals. Current unrestricted gifts are being matched 2:1, so it’s an exciting time to deepen your impact. For nonprofits, we provide the resources needed to expand your reach and maximize your impact. Together, we can continue to build a stronger, more vibrant community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Explore how you can use our toolbox to make a difference. Whether you’re a donor or a nonprofit partner, we’re here to provide the tools you need to create lasting change in the community you love.
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