Steps to Give
Getting started at The Columbus Foundation is a simple process—whether you want to get started as a current giver or structure your legacy for the future. We’re here to help you achieve your charitable giving goals and can offer you guidance and expert resources.
Follow these steps to give:
- Create a personal chartiable fund by making an irrevocable gift of $10,000. We offer six types of funds that range from the uniquely flexible Donor Advised Fund to an Unrestricted Fund to address the greatest needs in our community’s future.
- Donate a variety of assets to create your fund. We accept cash, appreciated securities, life insurance, real estate, and IRA assets. You’ll also benefit from TCF’s expertise in handling special assets, such as closely held stock.
- Recommend how your gift is invested and choose from over over 25 banks, investment agents, and brokerage firms. Your gift will grow tax-free.
- Make grants to support your favorite nonprofit organizations and causes. You can research nonprofits in the community using our online Donor PowerPhilanthropy or access your giving history and grant transactions. You can always suggest grants by phone, e-mail or by paper, too.
- Benefit from favorable tax treatment. Because TCF is a public charity, donors are typically eligible to take an immediate tax deduction for each contribution.
