Case Study: A QCD Conversion in Action
If you know the basics of Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs)
The Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne inspires enduring philanthropy by encouraging charitable giving, conducting meaningful grantmaking, and leading community initiatives.
We offer a variety of charitable giving options to help donors maximize their impact including Donor Advised Funds, Scholarship Funds, Designated Funds, Field of Interest Funds, and Legacy Funds.
In 2024, we distributed $11 million in grants in Allen County. Those funds supported programs for children, families, education, scholarships, arts, culture, community engagement, and development.
To inspire local and lasting change, we must band together. That’s how the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne came to be — it was created by, and for, the people in Allen County.
If you know the basics of Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs)
For many CPAs, estate planning attorneys, and financial advisors, the
Inspiring philanthropy, connecting ideas, and creating impact in our community.
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our donors, partners, and community members, the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne and the Women’s Fund of Greater Fort Wayne have successfully met our GIFT VIII Mission Match goals from Lilly Endowment Inc. Together, we unlocked $1,100,000 in matching funds, doubling the resources available to strengthen Allen County for generations to come.