Grants and Scholarships  

In its first fifteen years, the Foundation has not only attained its initial goal of a $1 million Endowment, but surpassed it by over 2 times. As of the close of 2008, the Endowment stands at $2,200,000 with a new goal of achieving $3 million to insure that Highland Park’s nonprofit agencies and new programs will have investment income resources in perpetuity. When you support the Foundation your money works where you and generations to come will be able to see the results.

ENDOWMENT FUND DONATION – Donations go directly into the fund and stay in the fund, the revenue from which provides the means for the Foundation to make grants annually.

Payment Options:

• Check

• Credit Card … Visa or MasterCard 

• Securities … listed stocks or bonds

• Pledge … a pledge of $5,000 or more can be payable over 5 years. 

• Bequest … designate Highland Park Community Foundation as a beneficiary of your estate.

• Insurance … designate HPCF as a beneficiary of an insurance policy.

• Real Estate...call 847-433-4100 and leave a message to learn more.

Highland Park Community Foundation is classified by the IRS as a 501(c) (3) organization. Contributions are tax deductible to the full extent allowed by law.

A gift of any size is welcome and will help the work of the Foundation.

Go to Pledge Agreement.

OTHER OPTIONS:

AFFILIATED FUNDS – The Foundation offers its organization, financial management and 501 (c) (3) status to those who wish to establish their own fund to benefit the community. A minimum of $10,000 is required.

PASS THROUGH DONATIONS – Some organizations and individuals are restricted to gifts exclusively to 501 (c) (3) entities. This service is offered on a case by case basis.