Community foundations:
✔ are tax-exempt public charities recognized by the IRS.
✔ support a specific geographic region.
✔ manage charitable funds established by individuals, families and organizations.
✔ work to solve complex issues within its defined geographic region.

Central Florida Foundation is our region’s community foundation.

One benefit of working with us is that we accept a wide range of assets, including:
✔ cash
✔ appreciated securities
✔ real estate
✔ life insurance
✔ IRAs and other qualified retirement plans and funds
✔ partnership interests
✔ bequests and trusts
✔ converting a private foundation

Our charitable giving team is here to talk through complex strategies to create the best possible outcome for your client.

There are many benefits to working with a community foundation instead of a large financial institution.

1. Instead of creating a profit for investment partners, our fees fuel our work in the community. Central Florida Foundation works in the community to be a partner to our nonprofits, convene partners across sectors, and drive solutions through collaboration, powering pilot programs, and conducting community research.
2. We’re local Central Floridians, but we’re also capable of global impact. While we serve seven local counties, Fundholders are able to grant to any registered charity – no matter the location. Our team conducts due diligence on nonprofits local, national, and aboard that are identified for grants, creating peace of mind for your clients.
3. We’ve been an independent, trusted fiduciary in the community for over 30 years.