Trust In Us
Why Work With TCF?
Discover how we make it easy to give back to the community.
Trust In Us
We can’t do this work without you and your trust in us. Our mission is to make it easy for you to give back. You bring a vision that includes your values, ideas, dreams, motivations. We listen and then work with you to create streamlined pathways so that your gift best supports organizations making measurable impacts on our community. This partnership is at the core of our mission.
— Revlan Hill, Executive Director
$6.8 Million
Grants Awarded Each Year
$88+ Million
In Assets
330+ Funds
Helping Donors Invest In Giving Back
Why Trust TCF
Governed and guided by a committee of local residents, we work together with our donors, professional partners, and nonprofits to serve Harrisonburg and Rockingham County. Here’s 10 reasons to invest your funds with us:
1. Investing with us IS investing in the community.
Choosing to work with a community foundation means that all of your gift, goes back into the community. Our fee structure is competitive, and 100 percent of your fees support community-focused programming and resources.
2. Personalized Service
Each of our donors has a different dream of using resources to attain charitable goals. Your philanthropic interests and goals are our priority. We listen and learn from you to create a detailed plan to meet those goals.
3. Community Expertise
With more than 25 years in the community, our knowledgeable staff bring a deep understanding of community needs, the nonprofits in the area and the programs that make a difference. If you are not sure where or how to begin, we can help – whether through researching potential grantees, matching your charitable interests, or coordinating meetings with nonprofit leaders.
4. Flexibility
We accept traditional gifts of cash and securities, as well as more complicated gifts, such as partial or full gifts of real estate, an LLC or a percentage of an LLC, the transfer of private foundation or part of an estate. Your professional advisor who knows your personal situation can help you – and work with us, too.
5. Perpetuity
We partner with you to help create and manage a forever fund, for a lasting endowment for your/a charitable legacy.
6. Privacy
We work with your wishes regarding recognition and/or commemoration. Donors may prefer anonymity for modesty, to honor religious beliefs, avoiding unwanted solicitations, or to keep the focus on the charity’s work. Whatever your reason, you can give securely knowing that your personal information will not be disclosed.
7. Expert Investment Management
Our investment committee works with professional advisors who manage the investment of the funds. Your funds can be invested in a general investment pool, or you may also recommend that we consider working with your personal advisor.
8. Federal and State Tax Benefits
As a public charity, we offer a variety of tax advantages.
9. Public Accountability
We provide record-keeping, gift receipts, oversight of investment management, and transparent reporting, in accordance with national standards for accreditation. Our audits and financial statements are published annually.
10. Innovation
We think outside the box to help you achieve your goals. From our school-focused tax credit program to creating award structures that emphasize accountability and excellence, we can help make sure your donation makes the most impact with deserving organizations.
TCFHR does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. Please consult your own tax, legal and accounting advisors regarding your individual situation before engaging in any transaction.
