There’s a reason hundreds of individuals, families, and businesses have chosen the NoCo Foundation as their partner in philanthropy. Philanthropy is what we do best.

We are a trusted organization committed to the well-being of Northern Colorado. We create transformational community impact by inspiring philanthropy, engaging the region, and strengthening our local nonprofits. Community is our business.

10 Reasons to Give Through a Community Foundation:

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    A trusted partner in philanthropy with broad expertise on community issues and opportunities.

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    Thoughtful personalized service to help you achieve meaningful impact through philanthropy.

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    Opportunity to join a network of donors making a difference for causes they care about.

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    Access to donor education and learning opportunities.

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    Flexibility – The NoCo Foundation accepts a wide variety of assets and accommodates complex gifts.

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    Partnership with your trusted professional advisors to create charitable strategies that maximize tax advantages.

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    Bigger “bang for your buck,” as your administrative fees are reinvested locally.

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    Ability to support regional collaboration work to address Northern Colorado’s most pressing challenges.

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    Opportunity to amplify the work of local nonprofits through the NoCo Foundation’s nonprofit support programs.

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    Knowledge that your dollars help the NoCo Foundation respond in times of crisis, seize the opportunities of today, and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow.

Charitable giving options

There are three charitable giving vehicles many people consider to elevate their charitable giving, ensuring their approach is organized, tax-advantageous, and meaningful:

  1. Opening a charitable giving fund at a local community foundation, like the Community Foundation of Northern Colorado
  2. Establishing a private family foundation
  3. Opening a commercial gift fund at a company like Fidelity or Schwab

We believe establishing a charitable fund at a community foundation provides you with opportunities to strengthen your local community, network with like-minded people, and maximize the impact of your charitable giving in ways private foundations and commercial gift funds cannot. As you consider the various charitable giving vehicles available to you, you can learn more by clicking the button below to help you decide what option is right for you.