Personal Philanthropy

The first step to creating your fund begins here. Please take a few moments to fill out the form below. Upon completion a Community Foundation of New Jersey representative will contact you within 24 hours to discuss your vision for your fund and next steps to getting started.…

The Community Foundation of New Jersey maintains the highest level of privacy concerning our donors’ contact and fund information. All contact information is used for internal purposes only and never published. Note that contact information is required by the IRS in relation to contributions but is not for public inspection.…

Contributing to your fund and recommending grants from it is a simple process. You can find answers to common questions throughout this section. If you need further assistance, contact us at 973.267.5533 or email.…

Your Team, From Inspiration to Impact From the start, some families know exactly how they want to focus their fund’s giving. Others use it to explore areas of interest. But wherever you begin, chances are your family’s giving will change and evolve over time.…

A Highly Flexible and Personal Approach to Giving Changing needs, evolving values, and new knowledge all work together to form philanthropy’s dynamic landscape. What will the needs of your community be a year from now? What will drive your priorities in the future?…

Establishing a fund at the Community Foundation of New Jersey is very easy to do. We offer a full range of funds designed to meet your philanthropic goals and interests. Our team is available to help you determine the right type of fund based on your goals, and help you get the best results from the fund over time.…

Giving Your Philanthropy Time and Leverage While they are outstanding vehicles for planned giving, private foundations come with a set of administrative tasks and regulatory requirements that can distract from the philanthropic mission. Our Foundation Services give you the time, support and advantages your philanthropy can leverage for maximum impact.…

Philanthropy allows giving to have a more permanent role within your family and community. While enjoying generous tax benefits, you’ll appreciate being connected to a locally rooted team that’s ready to help you along the way. As you grow in your giving, we are your platform for the sharing of knowledge, great ideas and best practices.…

The Community Foundation of New Jersey is committed to helping New Jerseyans realize their philanthropic goals. The Community Foundation offers charitable solutions and giving vehicles, philanthropic support, and personalized services that simplify the process of charitable giving for families and individuals, allowing you to focus on the impact you want to have.…