A donor advised fund enables you to recommend grants at any time to support the nonprofits you care about locally and around the world. This type of fund is an attractive, flexible, and tax-smart alternative to a private or family foundation. Choose from endowed, quasi-endowed or non-endowed (spendable) funds.
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A community impact fund supports Madison Community Foundation's competitive grantmaking to nonprofits achieving positive results and impact in the greater Madison area.
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A designated fund provides a consistent stream of income for a specific nonprofit or program you care about in perpetuity.
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Acorn Fund
An acorn fund offers you the option to build a permanent endowment over time by pledging a minimum annual contribution of $1,500.
Field of Interest Fund
A field of interest fund allows you to direct your giving to an area of interest that is meaningful to you. Funds can be started with a minimum contribution of $100,000.
Scholarship Fund
A scholarship fund allows you to give to specific educational institutions, faith-based organizations and nonprofits. Funds can be started with a minimum contribution of $25,000. Learn more.