There is no greater encouragement for others to give than to see what others have given. Grants can be made in your name, and your gifts will be publicly acknowledged. Or if you prefer, all activity from your fund will be kept anonymous. Your gift keeps pace with changing times. Your gift will be overseen by current community leadership, and it will be used to meet current community needs, regardless of how they change over time.
Administrative costs are low.
Because the Foundation is a nonprofit institution, administrative costs are low. Moreover, an administrative endowment covers the costs for the unrestricted endowments so more dollars can go toward making grants. There are many ways for individuals, families, companies and private foundations to make large or small gifts to the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro. The arrangements usually can be made during one meeting, with funds being governed by a one page agreement. Establishing a fund by will You or your counsel can talk with us to be sure that we meet your goals.