Create a Charitable Fund

The Wet Mountain Valley Community Foundation (WMVCF) makes it easy to create a charitable fund that aligns with your values, honors your legacy, and makes a lasting difference in our community.

6 Simple Steps to Start Your Fund

  1. Contact WMVCF: Reach out to our team at info@wmvcf.org or 719-371-9828 to express your interest.
  2. Define Your Purpose: Identify a charitable cause or organization you want to support.
  3. Choose the Fund Type: Donor-Advised, Designated, Purpose-Restricted, Unrestricted, or Legacy Fund.
  4. Complete the Agreement: We’ll help draft and sign a Fund Agreement outlining your goals and guidelines.
  5. Make an Initial Contribution: Start with a minimum of $5,000. Add more any time.
  6. Activate and Promote: WMVCF helps manage and promote your fund to maximize impact.

Types of Charitable Funds

  • Donor Advised Funds: Established by donors or businesses, these allow you to participate in grantmaking.
  • Designated & Advised Funds: Support a specific purpose or organization of your choosing.
  • Nonprofit Legacy Funds: Partner with WMVCF to grow an endowment that sustains your organization’s future.
  • Purpose Restricted Funds: Support a particular interest area, cause, or geographic region.
  • Unrestricted Funds: Trust WMVCF to use your gift where it’s needed most in the community.

Ready to get started? Contact us today!