Q: If I'm interested in establishing a fund, how do I know which kind to choose?

A: The first priority is to determine your charitable goals. The best way to do this is to look at what you have supported in the past, what you currently support and how you would like your contributions to help the community in the future. Once these questions are answered, The Denver Foundation staff and your financial or legal advisor can assist with recommendations as to which type of fund would best suit your goals.

Q: Is there a minimum to establish a fund?

A: There is no minimum to contribute to The Denver Foundation. There are minimums to establish certain types of permanent funds. The minimum gift to establish a Donor Advised, Designated or Field of Interest Fund is $25,000. The minimum to establish a Supporting Organization is $1 million.

Q: How do I establish a fund?

A: Once you determine your charitable goals, a Denver Foundation fund can be established with a short written agreement and a donation to your fund. The donation can be made with almost any type of asset: cash, stock, real estate, etc.

Q: When can I give?

A: Gifts of any size can be made at any time, to any fund, by anyone. Gifts in memory of or in honor of an individual or special occasion can also be made to the Foundation.