Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation

Ways of Giving

Welcome

You can make a difference... Your goals, your passions, your philanthropy. We can help with the details.

Your philanthropic vision is as unique as you are, reflecting the values, traditions and hopes of you and your family.

Whether you're creating a fund or donating to an existing one, choosing to give involves a number of decisions. You can find more information below or e-mail Jill Cancellieri, Director of Philanthropic Services, at jcancellieri@berkshiretaconic.org to request a copy of our "Guide to Giving."

Start a Fund

At Berkshire Taconic, we can help you create funds that achieve your charitable goals while maximizing tax benefits. more »

Donate to an Existing Fund

Many donors direct their charitable dollars to one of our existing funds, which support causes, organizations and commuities. more»

What to Give

Cash, securities, life insurance, real estate and retirement plans are only some of the assets you can use to start a fund or make a donation. more»

How to Give

Outright gifts, bequests, charitable remainder trusts and charitable lead trusts are all possible vehicles for making a gift to Berkshire Taconic. more

Join our Legacy Circle

If you plan to leave a gift to Berkshire Taconic through your will or estate plan, we invite you to join our Legacy Circle. more»

We look forward to talking to you about your charitable vision and how we can help make it a reality. To explore your giving options further, contact Jill Cancellieri, Director of Philanthropic Services, at jcancellieri@berkshiretaconic.org or 413.229.0370 x 103.