How Colorado Gives Foundation supports advisors and donors with philanthropic efforts
Nobody knows Colorado nonprofits like Colorado Gives Foundation. As the creators of Colorado Gives Day and coloradogives.org, they help donors find and discover the charitable organizations they care about most. With longstanding nonprofit partnerships, they understand the evolving needs of local communities and translate that knowledge into streamlined, custom giving solutions for donors.
Colorado Gives Foundation partners with financial advisors, estate attorneys, certified public accountants and other professionals by simplifying charitable giving and creating customized solutions that align with philanthropic goals. With a distinct focus on collaboration, the foundation is redefining what it means to give back to Colorado, one legacy at a time.
'We are deeply rooted in Colorado's charitable community. Colorado Gives Foundation offers unparalleled understanding of the organizations and causes that are shaping communities across Colorado,' said Jeremy Stern, major gifts officer at Colorado Gives Foundation.
Whether you're a donor or a professional advisor, giving is easy with Colorado Gives Foundation through a variety of services. Professional advisors can focus on strengthening relationships with their clients while the foundation handles the logistics of giving. Donors choose the way they want to make their charitable gifts:
Advisor Managed Funds. Retain investment management of your clients' assets, keep your current custodian and have access to all your clients' giving in one place.
Donor Advised Funds. Easily manage charitable giving and receive an immediate tax benefit with a personal giving fund.
Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs). Skip multiple QCD checks. People can donate to several nonprofits on coloradogives.org through a single transaction.
Forever Fund for a Nonprofit. Make sure nonprofits can continue their work into the future with a legacy gift supporting endowments through wills.
'We recognize time is invaluable for both donors and their professional advisors,' Stern noted. 'Through highly responsive, personalized tools and expertise, we make giving easier than ever.'
What sets Colorado Gives Foundation apart from national financial institutions is their personal, Colorado-based approach. Rather than offering one-size-fits-all solutions, the foundation works side by side with donors and advisors to foster meaningful, values-driven conversations around charitable giving. With a pulse on what matters most to Coloradans, Colorado Gives Foundation ensures that every gift supports community needs and creates a legacy of local generosity with a focus on trust and impact.
For professionals seeking to elevate their client experience through guided, intentional giving, Colorado Gives Foundation is more than a resource — it's a partner. One that makes giving simple, effective and genuine.
To learn more and contact Colorado Gives Foundation for further information, visit coloradogivesfoundation.org/advisors.
Colorado Gives Foundation connects people, ideas and Colorado nonprofits to make good happen. Colorado Gives Foundation is a Jefferson County grant maker, investing millions annually to Jeffco-serving nonprofits committed to ensuring that all of Jeffco is thriving. They also work statewide to build the capacity of nonprofits and donors via coloradogives.org
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