Elham and Joseph Farah

Elham and Joseph Farah are working with Hamilton Community Foundation to achieve their long-time goal of a family foundation. "At HCF we are with a group of people that share the same vision, who want to bring people together and improve life in Hamilton," says Joseph. Read why that common vision and HCF's specialized experience helped them make that choice.

 

Donors

Reasons to Give

Learn some of the reasons donors choose to provide for their favourite charitable causes through Hamilton Community Foundation.

Giving Wisely

Read these considerations for donors who are making charitable giving decisions.

Individual Donors

This section provides information on the details of working with HCF to meet your philanthropic goals.

Corporate Donors

Corporations choose to partner with Hamilton Community Foundation for a variety of reasons. Learn how HCF helps these companies to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of their charitable giving.

Agency Endowments

Many charitable organizations have found that establishing a permanent endowment fund contributes to their long-term sustainability. Find out why charities often look to community foundations to hold and manage these endowments.

Private Foundations

Hamilton Community Foundation can provide an easy, cost-effective alternative to a private foundation. This section sets out a number of the factors that will be important as you explore the right option for you.

Ways to Give

Find out the many types of gifts you can donate to the community through HCF.

Types of Funds

Hamilton Community Foundation provides tremendous flexibility tailored to a donor's specific means and charitable desires. This section explains the types of funds offered and lists the existing funds currently managed.

Donor Stories

Since 1954 generous Hamiltonians have chosen to give back through HCF. Read some of their inspiring stories.