Donating to the Henry County Community Foundation is an effective way to help you connect with charitable causes which matter the most to you and to help you achieve your personal philanthropic goals while enhancing the community of Henry County. Whether starting a new fund or donating to an existing fund the Henry County Community Foundation is ready to serve you.
Contributions to the Henry County Community Foundation are tax-exempt and you can be assured your donation, whether cash, stocks, annuity or trust, will be utilized according to your philanthropic interests. The Henry County Community Foundation’s federal tax ID number (EIN) is 31-1170412.
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How To Give
- Cash
- Monthly Giving
- Appreciated Securities
- Real Estate
- Life Insurance
- Through your Will or Living Trust
- Retire Plan Assests
- Transfer of Existing Private Foundation
- Gift Annuities
- Charitable Remainder Trust
- Charitable Lead Trust
- Corporate Giving
- Memorial/ Honorarium Gifts
Memorial Gifts
(Language for obituaries regarding memorial gifts)
Should you choose to designate Henry County Community Foundation to receive a donation in memory of a loved one, we suggest the following verbiage in the obituary
A Specific Fund
Contributions may be made in memory of Deceased’s Name to the: Name of Fund, c/o Henry County Community Foundation, PO Box 6006, New Castle, IN 47362
Not A Specific Fund
Contributions may be made in memory of Deceased’s Name to the: Henry County Community Foundation, PO Box 6006, New Castle, IN 47362
Honorarium Gifts
An honorarium gift is a wonderful way to celebrate a special occasion, express thanks, or recognize someone dear to you. For example, a gift could honor celebrations such as: an anniversary, birthday, graduation, marriage, the birth of a new child, retirement, new home, etc…
A letter or card is sent on your behalf to whom you indicate should be notified of the gift. (The amount of your gift will not be disclosed).
If you wish, you may designate your gift to support a specific fund at the Henry County Community Foundation.
Where to Give
To establish a fund within the Foundation a minimum donation is required based on fund type. We allow donors five years to reach this minimum donation.
Choose henry flex fund
When you “Choose Henry,” you are joining thousands of others who want to help address local needs and enhance our community. Formerly known as the “Unrestricted Fund for Community Grants,” the name was changed to the “Choose Henry” Flex Fund at the Henry County Community Foundation’s board of directors meeting in April 2018.
Renaming the Fund is to help donors understand that whether it’s a $10 donation or larger, all size donations to “Choose Henry” give the Foundation the flexibility to respond to today’s needs and future opportunities for the community.
Unrestricted funds are key to maintaining flexibility in meeting future needs. The Choose Henry Flex Funds are responsive to changing needs, in that income from such endowments may be distributed through grants, for purposes and projects where the need is the greatest. Minimum amount to establish fund: $5,000.
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2024 Choose Henry Flex Fund Grants
Field of Interest Fund
Donors specify a general purpose or geographic area for which the funds are to be spent and the Foundation makes grants to the most appropriate programs or organizations. Examples would be funds for children, senior citizens, the needy or a community within the county. Minimum amount to establish fund: $5,000.
Designated Fund
Donors create funds designated to provide support for a particular purpose or institution. Examples would include charitable organizations in Henry County and several community parks departments. Minimum amount to establish fund: $5,000.
Donor Advised Fund
Donors create advised funds to achieve maximum convenience and flexibility by contributing at any time, and then making recommendations to specific charitable institutions and causes that communicate the family’s charitable interests. This type of fund allows donors the flexibility to recommend different things each year. Minimum amount to establish fund: $25,000.
Read the Donor Advised Policy here.
Scholarship Fund
Donors create a fund to provide scholarships so that deserving students may pursue the education they desire. The scholarship can be specific to high school attended or course of study or institution planning to attend or as general as a resident of Henry County. Minimum amount to establish fund: $25,000.
Agency Fund
A nonprofit organization may wish to establish a permanent endowment to provide it with a stable source of income, now and forever. Most major charities in Henry County have an endowed fund. These funds range from the hospital to numerous youth organizations. Minimum amount to establish fund: $5,000.
Special Note: Donors may wish to donate to an existing fund or to establish a new fund using their name to create a permanent legacy. If you would like to see a sample of a fund agreement, contact the Community Foundation, and we will be happy to assist you.
Endowed funds are permanent. The money donated to an endowed fund will be invested along with the rest of the endowed funds held by the Community Foundation. Currently, four percent (4 %) of the fund balance can be spent annually for the charitable purpose stated in the fund agreement.
Current List of Funds
Planning for Your Future
Planning Your Legacy
Planned giving, also known as legacy giving, allows you to make a significant contribution to a cause you care about beyond your lifetime. It’s like extending your current charitable giving, but with the potential for greater impact.
Unlike regular donations, planned gifts are scheduled for the future and often integrated into your financial or estate plans. They are typically arranged through a will or trust and come into effect after your passing
Our Planned Giving page will give you sample bequest language for your will as well as offer resources and free guides to help you with your planned giving journey
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