How to Make A Gift

Give to an existing fund

Anyone can be a philanthropist with the Community Foundation. You can make a gift of any amount to contribute to an existing fund. Explore your giving options on our Donate Today page to find a fund in your area of interest, or contact us to discuss your philanthropic goals. We can help you connect to a cause that matters to you, whether your gift is large or small.

Choose the right type of charitable fund for you

The Community Foundation of Mendocino County offers many great giving options, and we can provide information that will allow you to choose the one that’s right for you.

  • Unrestricted Funds

  • Field of Interest Funds

  • Designated Funds

  • Scholarship Funds

  • Donor Advised Funds

  • Supporting Organization Funds

  • Tribute Gifts

More detailed infromation on these Types of Funds can be found here.

Establish a named fund

With a gift of $10,000 or more, you can establish a charitable fund in your name, in the name of a loved one, or in the name of a special cause or organization. If you prefer, you can also give anonymously. We offer many different types of funds with a continuum of ongoing involvement.

Whether you prefer to rely on the local expertise of our staff to make grants from your fund, or you want to stay directly involved in your gift by recommending grants, we can help you meet your goals.

Would you like to meet community needs now and into the future? Gifts to our Community Endowment offer everyone a way to support our community in large and small ways. Contact us to learn more.

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