As we work toward positive change in Noble County, we rely on donations from people like you who are interested in seeing our region flourish – now, and in the future.
If you have questions about making a donation to the Community Foundation of Noble County, please send an email to CFNC@cfnoble.org or call 260.894.3335.
Why donate to the Community Foundation of Noble County?
- It leaves a lasting impact. Your donation won’t be limited in the same ways a direct gift to charity could be.
- You can leave any asset type. Cash, stocks, bonds, real estate, life insurance and more are welcome.
- You choose the cause. Our team will ensure your donation directly supports your goals and values in Noble County.
- We handle the details. You experience the satisfaction of giving, while we take care of the stewardship of your gift.
- We care about Noble County. Your gift will stay right here to invest in your community.
How do donations work?
Individuals, families, businesses and organizations can create permanent charitable funds, known as endowment funds, which help our region meet the challenges of changing times. As a tax-exempt public charity, the foundation handles the professional management of these funds, using the distributions to award several hundred thousand dollars in grants, scholarships and direct funding each year to worthy organizations in this remarkable region we call home.
Types of Donations
- Stocks and Bonds
- Real Estate
- Retirement Assets
- Cash
- Insurance
Gift acceptance policy available upon request.
Ways to Donate
- Bequest – Designate the Foundation as the beneficiary of your asset by will, trust or beneficiary designation form.
- Charitable Gift Annuity – Transfer cash or appreciated property to the Foundation in exchange for our promise to pay you fixed payments (with rates based on your age) for the rest of your life.
- Charitable Remainder Unitrust – Transfer cash or appreciated property to fund a charitable remainder unitrust. The trust sells your property tax free and provides you with income for life or a term of years.
- Charitable Remainder Annuity Trust – Transfer cash or appreciated property to fund a charitable remainder annuity trust. The trust sells your property tax free and provides you with fixed income for life or a term of years.
- Charitable Lead Trust – Fund a trust that makes gifts to us for a number of years. Your family receives the trust remainder at substantial tax savings.
- Sale and Unitrust – Give a portion of your property to us to fund a charitable remainder trust. When the property sells, you receive cash and income for life.
- Bargain Sale – We purchase your property for less than fair market value. You receive cash and a charitable deduction for the difference between the market value and purchase price.
- Give it Twice Trust – Provide your children with a stream of income while making a gift to Noble County.
- Life Estate Reserved – Give your property to the Foundation, but retain the right to use the property during your life.
Noble Legacy Society
The Noble Legacy Society recognizes donors who have invested in the future of our community by naming the Community Foundation of Noble County as a beneficiary of their estate plans, or by adding to one of our existing funds, and elect to be named as a Legacy Society member. Members are invited to participate in all Community Foundation events as well as a special annual reception only for Legacy Society members. The membership list appears in all publications to publicly thank donors and inspire others to join their ranks.
Want to know more about how donations work? Give us a call at 260.894.3335 or send us an email.