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  • Types of Funds

    Undesignated Funds
    Undesignated funds enable the Foundation to respond to the ever changing needs of our community. They provide the maximum flexibility to meet future challenges. Through an open application process, the Board determines what charitable programs will be supported by the income earned on the fund.

  • Michigan Tax Credit

    Through December 31, 2011, the State of Michigan provides a tax credit which may reduce your state income tax liability by one-half of the amount of the donation made to the Capital Region Community Foundation for permanent endowment in any fund, subject to limits based on filing status.

  • 2010 Donors
  • Giving
  • What You Can Contribute

    You can contribute or create a named fund at the Community Foundation with an outright gift (payable either in one lump sum or in installments), a life-income gift, a remainder gift after life income ends, a planned gift or a bequest. Your gift may be:

  • How to Make a Donation

    Those wishing to set up a named fund, to make a planned gift, or make a gift other than cash should contact Dennis W. Fliehman at the Community Foundation. There is no fee to consult on your options nor any implied obligation. As a public service non-profit organization, we are pleased to talk or meet with you about any questions you may have.

  • Why You Should Give

    In addition to benefiting the community in general, there are advantages to those who choose to donate to the Foundation. They are:

  • How to Establish a Fund

    The Community Foundation offers a variety of funds for donors to achieve their charitable objectives. Depending on the type of fund selected, a minimum gift or bequest of $5,000 - $10,000 is required to create a named fund.

    In general, 5% of the value of an endowed fund averaged over three years is distributed annually. The balance of earnings are reinvested to enhance the granting power of the endowment over time.

  • Advantages to Establishing a Fund

    We can help you establish a permanently endowed fund, or contribute to an existing one.

    Feasibility
    You needn't be "rich" to reach your charitable goals. Named funds in the Community Foundation can be established for as little as $5,000 with a standard Letter of Agreement and no set-up fee. Or, with the appropriate language, a fund can be established through a bequest or other planned giving vehicle. We will work with you and/or your professional advisor(s) at no charge.

  • Donor & Fund Forms/Applications

    Below you can find the most commonly used forms for donors and fund managers. All forms are in MS Word format and are compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems.