Community foundations like the Fresno Regional Foundation...

1. Build endowment funds that grow and benefit our community forever.

2. Help donors create an individual or family legacy.

3. Offer donor involvement in selecting charities.

4. Are local organizations meeting a broad range of changing local needs.

5. Provide a simple way to fulfill multiple charitable interests, with low-cost administration.

6. Deliver personalized donor service, with flexibility and responsiveness to unique needs.

7. Accept a wide variety of assets.

8. Offer maximum tax advantage.

9. Can preserve donor intent even when community needs and organizations change.

10. Are known for prudent stewardship and investment practices.