Ways to Give

Give now to an existing fund, give now to endow, or plan your charitable goals.We have been entrusted for over 20 years to build and manage charitable funds that directly benefit the people and services of Chippewa County according to our donor's wishes.

You can make a gift of cash, stocks, bonds, real estate, or other assets to the Foundation. Most charitable gifts qualify for maximum tax advantage under federal law. For more information and ideas on ways to integrate your financial planning with charitable giving, ask your professional advisor or contact the Community Foundation of Chippewa County.

Types of Gifts

Outright Gift

You can make a gift of cash, stocks, bonds, real estate, or other assets to the Community Foundation of Chippewa County. Your charitable gift qualifies for tax advantage under federal law. Gifts can be made to any of our existing funds in memory or honor of loved ones.

Bequest by Will

You can designate a gift or portion of your estate to the Community Foundation of Chippewa County and, in some cases, receive a substantial reduction in federal gift and estate taxes.

Charitable Remainder Trust

You can place cash, securities, or property in a trust that pays annual income to you (or another named beneficiary) for life. After your death, the remainder of the trust transfers to the Community Foundation of Chippewa County and is placed into a charitable fund you have selected. You receive income tax benefits the year you establish your trust.

Charitable Lead Trust

You can place cash, securities, or property into a trust that pays a fixed amount to the Community Foundation of Chippewa County for the number of years you select. Once this period ends, the assets held by the trust are transferred to the beneficiaries you name. In some cases, you receive a substantial reduction in federal gift and estate taxes.

Retirement Funds, IRAs & Life Insurance Policies

You can make the Community Foundation of Chippewa County a full or partial beneficiary of your life insurance policy or retirement account. This is an easy way to make a legacy gift without modifying your will. Upon your death, your gift is placed into a charitable fund of your choosing.

Online Gift

Click below to make your secure credit card gift. When making an online donation, please be sure to fill out all information fields and specify which fund will benefit from your charitable donation.

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