Establishing a Fund with the Wichita County Community Foundation is a simple process. We are committed to helping Donors meet their charitable interests through the exploration of charitable giving vehicles, determining the appropriate fund type, or assisting with planned giving techniques.
We are pleased to offer current donors as well as prospective donors a wide range of information and services to assist them in pursuing their charitable goals. Many kinds of assets can be used to start a fund or contribute to an existing fund including cash, securities, real estate, and many other options.
Agency FundsThese funds are established to benefit the sponsoring organization. The organizations have the availability of creating both a permanent and nonpermanent fund. The intent of these funds is to help them ensure the future of their causes for years to come.Minimum contribution of $10,000, payable over 5 years. Arrangements of these funds are created by each individual organization. The establishing organization benefits from the earnings and interest gained on these funds.
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A fund is a separate trust with its own donors and philanthropic purpose. The funds held by the Wichita County Community Foundation are invested and managed by a professional investment manager. The investment manager adheres to an Investment Policy that is regularly updated to account for current market situations and ensure prudent investment of funds. Solid and responsible investment strategies assure donors of the security of their funds.
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There are several benefits to partnering with the Wichita County Community Foundation for your charitable giving. One contribution may address a number of needs or benefit multiple organizations in our community. You can choose the method and time frame of your gift. Gifts may be cash, real estate, stocks, appreciated assets, or may be setup through long-term trusts within estate plans.
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