How to give

The Greater Taylor Foundation simplifies giving, allows a great degree of flexibility, and makes it possible for people and organizations to create legacies for the future. As you think about how the Foundation might facilitate your charitable giving.

Begin by asking these questions:

  1. What are my charitable/community interests?
  2. What type of asset do I have to give?
  3. What type of involvement do I wish to maintain?
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ESTABLISH YOUR FUND
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Make a Difference!

Philanthropy is a very personal decision

Fundamentally, philanthropy is an expression of your values – it draws on your passions and concerns, providing you with an opportunity to learn, grow and have a real impact on the world around you through charitable giving.

Giving Options

Outright Gifts

Give cash, stocks, real estate, or other assets. We accept a variety of assets

Bequests

Designate a portion of an estate

Charitable Gift Annuity

The annuity contract pays the client for life and the charitable fund commences grants upon death

Charitable Lead Trust

The trust pays the Greater Taylor Foundation a fixed amount for a number of years and then assets transfer to the beneficiary

Charitable Remainder Trust

The trust pays the beneficiary for life and then assets transfer to the community foundation

Life Estate Contract

The donor transfers home to Greater Taylor Foundation and still enjoys use during their lifetime

Supporting Organizations

Managing gifts and grants with some similarities to a private foundation.

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Giving Priorities

In determining whether charitable giving should be part of your financial planning, consider your response to the following questions:

  • Are there charitable organizations that you regularly support?
  • Would you like to include any of these organizations in your financial or estate plan?
  • If there was a way to shift dollars from taxes to charity, would you be interested in exploring the options?

If you answered “yes,” to any of the prior questions, then allow us to join you in creating a donor-advised fund or a legacy gift to benefit your favorite charity, nonprofit, faith community or others.