Options For Giving
Do you have an issue that you care deeply about, like homelessness, land conservation, or the arts? Or a favorite organization you'd like to support - a food bank, a youth center, or your local library, for example?
The VCF can help you:
- LEARN about community needs and identify opportunities where philanthropy can make a difference
- Take the LEAD in nurturing innovative practices and investing in the most promising models for lasting change
- GROW Vermont's philanthropic capital by making it easy for you to give, and by inspiring others to do the same
If you are looking for a way to maximize the impact of your giving while receiving expert advice, reducing paperwork, and enjoying solid returns on your charitable investment, the VCF is a great choice.
Contact one of our philanthropic advisors to learn more.
Ways in which you can give through the VCF include:
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Bequests
The simplest way to leave a legacy from your estate: include the VCF in your will or living trust.
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Charitable Funds
The VCF offers several types of charitable funds to meet your philanthropic goals.
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Charitable Lead Trusts
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Life Income Gifts
These options provide you or someone you care about with a fixed anual income in return for your gift.
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Donor FAQ
