Company Giving
We offer custom services to help your company plan, govern and operate your community philanthropy.
This company has been around for four generations and it’s always had a focus on philanthropy. We’re excited to build on what we’ve done in the past and take it to the next level through our partnership with the CFMC. – Bill Mitchell, Carmel Realty Company
Company Donor Advised Funds
We can help develop a giving program tailored to your company’s interest areas and giving priorities. CFMC staff can also assist with the management of corporate foundations through customized philanthropic services. A company fund at the CFMC helps your business maximize impact through its giving.
Your giving can be highly customized. We can issue grants checks in your company name and create branded letterhead. Services can be tailored to meet the specific needs of your business.
How it Works
- You create a fund by making a tax-deductible gift to the CFMC.
- You give the fund the name of your choice.
- We work with you to design a grantmaking strategy.
- Choose from our menu of customized philanthropic support services.
- You recommend grants to your favorite nonprofit organizations.
- The CFMC issues the grant checks and maintains the records so you don’t have to.
- You receive benefits including tax advantages, online access and personal philanthropic services.
Customized Philanthropic Services for Company Foundations
Private foundation services are completely customized and can include any combination of support from the menu below.
Grantmaking Consultation
Grantmaking Support
Administrative Services
Donor Advised Funds for Corporate Foundations
For some foundations, a donor advised fund at the CFMC is a strong option. The CFMC offers many of the same benefits as a private foundation, plus increased flexibility, tax advantages and customized services to support your charitable vision.
Compare Donor Advised Funds to Corporate Foundations
Community Foundation
Donor Advised FundCorporate Foundation
Involvement, control, and family continuity
Tax status
Tax deductions
Grantmaking support
Startup costs
Time frame
Effective gift size
Administrative requirements
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Investment
Dan Baldwin
President/CEO
831.375.9712 x115
Email Dan
Christine Dawson
Senior Vice President of Philanthropic Services
831.375.9712 x126
Email Christine