Community Foundation — For Donors
Give More. Give Smarter. Give Through the Community Foundation.
Whether you’re planning a bequest, giving from your IRA, or exploring a donor-advised fund, Community Foundation helps you make gifts that match your values and your financial situation.
Why Give Through Community Foundation?
Our team is here to help you make the most meaningful gift possible — at no cost to you.
Your Community, Your Legacy
Gifts flow to the causes and organizations you care about most right here in North Central Florida.
Expert Guidance
Our team helps you navigate bequests, noncash gifts, IRAs, and more — at no cost to you, ever.
Lasting Impact
Your gift can create a named fund or endowment that supports your mission and your community for generations.
Ways to Give
Find the Giving Strategy That Fits You
Every giving situation is different. Here are the options available to you through Community Foundation.
How to Give
Not only do you have options for how your gift to Community Foundation of North Central Florida will be used, you also have options on what to give and how to give. There are gifts that cost you nothing now, gifts that pay you income, and gifts that allow you to decide what happens when.
General Bequest
Gifts From Your Will
Through a provision in your written and executed will, you can make a gift in the form of cash, securities, real estate or personal property. Choose the one that best fits your needs and intentions.
Learn More about Gifts From Your WillCharitable Gift Annuity
Fixed Payments for Life
Support our mission and receive fixed payments for life with a charitable gift annuity. This simple contract benefits you and our organization.
Learn More about Charitable Gift AnnuitiesDonor-Advised Fund
Flexible Giving Account
Recommend grants to support our mission from your donor-advised fund. Enjoy immediate tax benefits and the flexibility to give when it works for you.
Learn More about Donor-Advised FundIRA Charitable Rollover
Tax-Free Gifts From Your IRA
If you are 70 1/2 or older, you can make a tax-free gift from your IRA to support our mission. This gift can satisfy your required minimum distribution.
Learn More about IRA Charitable RolloverLife Insurance
Gift of Life Insurance
Name our organization as a beneficiary of your life insurance policy and make a significant impact with a simple designation.
Learn More about Gift of Life InsuranceReal Estate
Gift of Property
Donate real estate such as a home, vacation property, or land to support our mission and receive potential tax benefits.
Learn More about Gift of PropertyRetirement Assets
Gift of Retirement Assets
Designate our organization as a beneficiary of your retirement plan to support our mission and reduce potential taxes for your heirs.
Learn More about Gift of Retirement AssetsAppreciated Securities
Gift of Stock
Give appreciated stocks or mutual funds and potentially eliminate capital gains tax while supporting our mission.
Learn More about Gift of StockOther Options
Other Planned Giving Vehicles
There are many other ways to support Community Foundation of North Central Florida through a planned giving vehicle. Charitable Gift Annuities, Charitable Trusts, Life Insurance and more may be good options for you.
Learn More Contact Us to Discuss Your OptionsAI-Powered Giving Guide
Meet Max™ — Your Virtual Planned Giving Guide
Max is an AI assistant that can answer your questions about bequests, IRAs, donor-advised funds, and more — any time, day or night.
Max is an AI assistant and not a substitute for professional legal, tax, or financial advice. Always consult a qualified advisor for decisions specific to your situation.
Join Community Foundation Legacy Society
When you make a gift to Community Foundation of North Central Florida from your will or trust, you'll be welcomed into Community Foundation Legacy Society and join other supporters and friends of our important mission. Is Community Foundation of North Central Florida already in your plans? Please let us know so we can properly thank you and make sure your gift will be used as you've intended.