Community Impact Fees

Community Impact Fees support philanthropy and ensure effective grantmaking. Our competitive fees support our operating budget, helping us to meet our mission. Fees are established by the Board of Directors and reviewed annually.

Community Impact Fee Schedule

$25,000 minimum*

Community Impact Fees

Endowed

Up to $1 Million: 1.25%
$1 Million and Above: 1.00%

Non-Permanent

Annual Fee of 3%

*Minimum may be accumulated over a 5-year period from initial gift

$100,000 minimum*

Community Impact Fees

Endowed

Up to $500,000: 2.25%
$500,000- $1 Million: 2.00%
$1 Million: 1.75%

Non-Permanent

Annual fee of 3%

*Minimum may be accumulated over a 5-year period from initial gift

When benefiting an existing endowment:

  • Deferred Gift Annuity/Other: $2,500 minimum per
    gift transaction
  • Charitable Gift Annuity: $10,000 minimum per gift
    transaction

When benefiting a newly created endowment:

  • Deferred Gift Annuity/Other: $5,000 minimum per
    gift transaction
  • Charitable Gift Annuity: Minimum contribution must
    be sufficient to yield a charitable value calculation of
    at least $25,000

There is a minimum annual fee of $250 for year one (1) of the planned gift.

Community Impact Fees

Up to $1 Million: 2.5%
$1 Million and Above: 1.00%

Questions about Community Impact Fees?

Additional Resources

  • Our Community Impact Fees enable MCF to provide an unmatched level of service and expertise to our donors and benefiting nonprofit organizations. Contact our knowledgeable and professional staff here.
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