Have lasting impact in the place you call home
A Named Fund allows you to recommend the preferred charities or causes in the Inner North that you wish to support each year. The Fund can be named after a special place or something of importance to you, or in honour of someone. It can be a tribute, used to acknowledge a life well-lived, a generous spirit or proud achievement. Creating a Named Fund gives you the chance to provide community assistance at grassroots and personal level.
Establishing a Named Fund in perpetuity with the Inner North Community Foundation is simple. There is no starting amount, with granting to local groups available once the fund builds to $10,000. There are no establishment fees, and the Foundation works with you to build your giving.
A Named Fund is a great way to involve family members or whole organisations in a meaningful and fulfilling giving experience. Donations can be made to Named Funds at any time by the original donor, or by family members, friends or others. All donations are fully tax deductible and we manage all governance and administration for you at no cost. Once a fund reaches $100,000 a small annual administration fee is charged.
Join the growing number of individuals and families who have established a Named Fund that reflects their sustained commitment to the Inner North.
See how others have used the Foundation as a platform for their philanthropy visit the Donate page.
To find out how you can get started, contact Ben on 03 8689 1922, or email
Becoming a charity partner with a Named Fund
For local charities looking to diversify their revenue and build a sustainable future, a Named Fund with the Inner North Community Foundation may be a simple solution.
A perpetual investment that is protected and preserved, a Named Fund grows over time with the interest earned going back into your organisation every year. There is no minimum starting amount or fees for Named Funds below $100,000 so establishing a Named Fund with the Inner North Community Foundation is cost-effective.
For smaller organisations who don’t always have the capacity to manage a Gifts in Will program, partnering with Inner North Community Foundation with a Named Fund is a way to build this capacity. A Named Fund is an additional way for you to engage your supporters, encouraging them to give in a meaningful and fulfilling way, that will allow them to be part of lasting legacy.
The Foundation provides practical resources for our charity partners and offers full support to ensure you can establish and grow a valuable Named Fund.
Join the growing number of local organisations who have established a Named Fund to help them achieve their mission and build financial sustainability for their future.
See how others have used the Foundation as a platform for their philanthropy visit the Donate page.