10 Reasons People Use GCF

One

• We build endowment funds that benefit the community forever (by investing principal, then using investment income to make charitable grants).

Two

• We help donors establish a personal legacy by creating permanent funds in their names.

Three

• We offer ways for donors to stay involved in identifying uses for their charitable gifts.

Four

• We are a simple way to fulfill multiple charitable interests; donors can give through us to a number of non-profit organizations.

Five

• We are a local organization meeting a broad range of ever-changing local needs.

Six

• We practice prudent stewardship and carefully manage each fund.

Seven

• We offer maximum tax advantages under federal law. Tax wise ways.

Eight

• We accept a wide variety of assets; donors can make gifts of cash, appreciated stocks, bonds, real estate, or personal property.

Nine

• We provide personalized donor service to support each donor's unique charitable interests and financial circumstances.

Ten

• We help preserve donor intent even if an organization receiving grants ceases to exist in the future.