10 Reasons to Have an Endowed Fund at SCF

#1
Endowments are forever. Your charitable wishes will always be honored and the causes you care most about will be supported in perpetuity. You will establish a permanent grant-making presence in Solano County, creating a named legacy for yourself, a loved one, your business, or in honor of a special occasion.

#2
The principal of your endowed fund will never be used, and thus will continue to grow over time.

#3
Funds placed in SCF’s endowed pool earn higher rates of return because they are invested for the long-term. The result is more money available for grant-making from your endowed fund.

#4
An endowed fund cements a lasting relationship between you and Solano Community Foundation. An agency endowment will benefit the nonprofit organization with permanence, visibility, and goodwill in the community

#5
Grants made from your fund continue to affect a positive impact on evolving community needs; ensuring your charitable wishes are preserved in perpetuity.

#6
You can have as much of an active role as you desire in the allocation of grant funds. SCF’s professional staff is eager to make your decisions easy and effective.

#7
Your endowed fund can be a family affair. Different generations can work together to suggest ongoing uses for your fund, including older and younger generations in local philanthropy. Inter-generational giving is a powerful force in our community and sets an important example of caring and support.

#8
A large endowed fund established by a reputable organization or individual increases the Foundation’s credibility in the eyes of new donors, potential Board members, and new community partners. Everyone wins when the Foundation flourishes.

#9
Endowed funds under management provide SCF with predictable fee revenue. This is critical for budgeting, general operations and grants management.

#10
In large part from the generous support and partnership of our endowed donors, Solano Community Foundation is growing and developing in strength and depth. SCF is a good investment and a positive force in our community as a resource and role-model for nonprofits.