Starting a Fund at ACF

We accept gifts in a variety of ways, depending on which works best for you. You can give an outright gift to establish a fund now, or defer your gift until another time in your life. Another category, life income gifts, offers tax advantages to many donors.

Types of Funds

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The type of fund you select with ACF varies as much as our donor's goals do. That's why we offer a variety of funds so you can choose the one that is right for you. 

We also have a section for fund advisors on our Tools & Resources Page.

• Unrestricted Funds
  Very flexible fund allowing donors to support ever-changing community needs

• Field of Interest Funds
  Fund supporting personal areas of interest with grant-making

• Donor Advised Funds
  A personal approach to giving offering flexibility for donors

• Scholarship Funds
  Opportunities for donors to invest in deserving students

• Designated Funds
  Helping specific organizations sustain and grow

• Agency Funds 
  Funds providing long-term sustainability for organization