Legacy grants
How will you be known - What is YOUR legacy?
Invest in Denver Children’s Foundation (DCF) with a Legacy Grant!
A Legacy Grant enables you and your family, business, or organization to select one of DCF’s four grant pillars and fund a multi-year grant in your name! And, your grant of $10,000 or more annually can be eligible for federal tax deduction and Colorado state income tax credits.
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The Legacy Grant is a multi-year investment (3-year minimum) of at least $10,000 (iup to $100,000) annually.
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Cash donations are eligible (cash, check, credit card). Distributions from a Donor Advised Fund (DAF) are also eligible.
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Individuals or entities (e.g., corporations, partnerships, family trusts, foundations, etc.) who pay state of Colorado income taxes are eligible to receive a 50% tax credit. Grants are also tax-deductible.
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DCF offers four funding pillars from which to select: Education, Health and Well-being, Child Advocacy, and Enrichment. Within these pillars, you may be able to select a more specific area (such as early childhood education, hunger, abuse, adoption, mental health, etc.).
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You can claim a Federal income tax deduction of the remaining 50% of your donation when you file tax returns with the IRS.
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After your donation is received, DCF sends you a charitable contribution letter (by mail or electronic) and a form specifying the amount of the donation and tax credit (form DR 1317). Complete the form and provide to your tax preparer. Enjoy the 50% tax credit!
DCF members evaluate all applicants
DCF funds only best-in-class charities
DCF grants 89% of net funds
