Barbara and Bob Harwood

Barbara and Bob Harwood have been generous supporters of many Hamilton charities over the years, so their response was immediate and positive when their financial advisor, Dan Wynnyk at CIBC Wood Gundy suggested they might wish to set up a permanent fund with Hamilton Community Foundation. Read more...

Donors

Reasons to Give

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

Giving Wisely

Information and considerations for donors who are making charitable giving decisions.

Individual Donors

Details about working with the HCF to meet your philanthropic goals.

Corporate Donors

Learn how the HCF helps corporations maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of their charitable giving.

Agency Endowments

Many charitable organizations believe 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

The HCF provides an easy and cost-effective alternative to a private foundation. This section lays out a number of important factors to consider as you explore the right option for you.

Ways to Give

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

Types of Funds

The HCF provides tremendous flexibility tailored to a donor's specific interests, charitable and financial goals. 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 their inspiring stories.