You can start your own Sub-Fund or make a donation to an existing fund.

• Read some of the Key Benefits of being a MCF donor
• Compare the differences between starting your fund with the help of MCF and other philanthropic options

Start a Tax deductible Sub-fund

Start a sub-fund under the umbrella of Melbourne Community Foundation with as little as $10,000. Donors can name the sub-fund and make requests to the Board about how income is distributed. Sub-funds can be established in just 24 hours.

• Read a brochure about starting a tax deductible sub-fund
• Contact MCF on (03) 9412 0412 and discuss what is involved further.
• Download an establishment form and send it in to Melbourne Community Foundation.

Donors can now establish a tax deductible sub-fund specifically for the purpose of educational scholarships and bursaries.

Donors also have the options to remain completely anonymous and MCF will ensure complete privacy and discretion.

Extension funds / Non tax deductible Sub-funds

Donors can also establish a non-tax deductible sub-fund with the Melbourne Community Foundation Extension Fund. Donations to the fund provides an opportunity for giving to a wider range of organisations and is ideally suited to bequests and corporate donations.

• Read a brochure about leaving a bequest
• Read more about corporate donations.
• Download an extension fund establishment form
• Contact MCF on (03) 9412 0412 and discuss donating further.

Donate to the MCF Community Fund

Make a tax-deductible donation to the MCF Community Fund. Grants from this fund are given to support MCF's community funding initiatives and for general charitable purposes. Distributions from this fund are determined by the Board.

• Read a brochure about donating to the MCF Community Fund
• Contact MCF on (03) 9412 0412 and discuss donating further.
• Download a donation form and send it in to Melbourne Community Foundation.

Confused?

• Please feel very welcome to call us and ask any questions or discuss any point regarding donating, MCF and our Inititives on (03) 9412 0412.

Professional Advisers

Find out how MCF can help you as a Professional Adviser in turn help your clients with their charitable giving.