Education-Focused Giving
Making an Impact Through Education:
Back-to-school season is here, and for many in our community, it’s time to help students plan, prepare, and look ahead. Are you passionate about making an impact in the lives of students? At the North Georgia Community Foundation (NGCF), we believe education is one of the most powerful ways to shape lives and strengthen our region for generations to come.
If you’re inspired to invest in the next generation, there are several meaningful ways to make a lasting difference. Scholarships are a popular choice, but they are just one path. Here are three additional ways you can partner with NGCF to support education in ways that reflect your values and vision.
Establish a designated fund for educational institutions.
Create a Designated Fund for an Educational Institution
A designated fund allows you to provides consistent, ongoing support for organizations of your choice. You could use this fund to direct funds towards a specific schools, colleges, or universities that hold personal significance for you or your family. For example, if your family has long supported a local college, a designated fund can ensure that your generosity continues year after year—while also safeguarding your gift for maximum impact, even if the institution experiences financial challenges – college creditor’s could not access your money. A designated fund at the community foundation could be the solution.
Establish a Field-of-Interest Fund to Support Educational Initiatives
A field-of-interest fund gives you the flexibility to focus on particular areas of education that matter most to you—whether that’s early childhood learning, mentoring programs, trade schools, or social services – offered through a nonprofit or university. With this type of fund, you can establish parameters for grant making according to your wishes and NGCF stewards your charitable vision while leveraging our local knowledge to direct grants where they will have the greatest benefit for students and educators across our region. This helps donors like you ensure that their dollars will have the greatest impact.
Use your Donor-Advised Fund to Broaden Educational Impact
If you have established a donor-advised fund at the community foundation, you’ve likely used it over the years to support your alma mater and perhaps other educational institutions. The community foundation team would welcome the opportunity to help you think broadly about education, beyond simply four-year institutions. Community colleges, trade schools, vocational programs, and out-of-the-box learning experiences may be a better fit for some students. The community foundation can also help you identify local opportunities that support teachers, classrooms, and school districts, all of which need resources to deliver the best possible education to students.
At NGCF, we are honored to walk alongside you as you invest in the next generation. Together, we can open doors to opportunity and create a stronger future for our community. We look forward to helping you find ways to support education – or other areas you are passionate about. Reach out to talk more!