Giving - Madison Community Foundation

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Every person has the power to create change with their giving. MCF can help you create a plan for giving that helps you create the change you want to focus on.

MCF offers multiple ways to give based on your interests and goals:

Start a donor-advised fund to simplify your giving.
Contribute to the Community Impact Fund or one of our Field of Interest Funds to support local initiatives.
Establish a named endowment to leave a permanent legacy.
Partner with us on legacy giving to ensure long-term support for your favorite causes.

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The Advantage of Giving Locally

Unlike national financial institutions, MCF is deeply rooted in Greater Madison. Our mission goes beyond managing charitable funds — we work closely with donors to drive meaningful, local impact.

Philanthropic Knowledge

You can tap into our staff’s deep philanthropic knowledge to create a tailored giving plan to meet your financial and charitable giving goals.
Local Expertise

Our team has in-depth knowledge of Madison’s nonprofit landscape to help match your giving goals with high-impact organizations.
Permanent Legacy

You can leave a lasting legacy of support for the community and the organizations you love with a legacy gift. We can work with you and your advisors to create a plan that fits your goals.
Accountability & Excellence

We adhere to the highest standards set by the Community Foundations National Standards Board.

Tap Into MCF’s Philanthropic Expertise

MCF’s staff has a deep understanding of current philanthropic techniques and tax law, and can put that expertise to work for you to create a plan for giving that meets your unique needs. Our staff have earned their Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy® (CAP) credentials, providing a deep understanding of how to better integrate charitable gift planning into your financial and estate plans.

Give now or leave a legacy through your will or estate plan.
Choose maximum recognition for your gift, or complete anonymity.
Know that our only goal is to help you find the best solution for your giving. We don’t produce programs or do fundraising so that we remain independent and objective.
Have confidence that your gift will continue to provide a benefit long into the future. We build permanent endowments so you can create a resource for your organization or the cause or community you love … forever.

Join Us in Making a Difference

Are you ready to make a difference? Madison Community Foundation is here to help you support the causes you care about most in the way the fits best with your goals and situation.