Philanthropy begins at home.  Whether we develop our own charitable traditions to pass on or learn about them from previous generations, acting on one’s values through charitable giving and volunteering makes philanthropy more meaningful.  For many families, having a partner to help them get started, or to deepen their experiences, makes philanthropy more enjoyable and impactful. 

Our expertise in grantmaking, charitable giving and community leadership offers you a trusted advisor, partner and friend who will help make your philanthropy informed and effective.

CICF’s Family Giving services for our donor-advised fund holders and private foundations include:

• Strategic charitable planning – an interactive process to develop a detailed philanthropy plan specific to you and your family’s personal values and interests
• Successive generation involvement – various seminars, workshops and experiences that teach or reach younger generations (from youth to adult children) 
• Family philanthropy meeting preparation, facilitation and follow-up
• Community access – CICF staff are on-call to help inform your family’s charitable giving with insights about charitable organizations and community needs; site visits to community organizations; and volunteer opportunities tailored to your interests 
• Sophisticated planned giving resources – options for CICF to work with your family’s professional advisor to identify the best giving vehicle that will benefit your family and the community you care about

For more information on specific Family Giving programs and services, contact Pam Velo, associate vice president for donor services, at 317.634.2423, ext. 506.

Family Philanthropy Resources:
“The Giving Family; Raising Our Children to Help Others” by Susan Crites Price
“Raising Charitable Children” by Carol Weisman
“How Not to be Your Child’s ATM” by Nathan Dungan