Field of Interest Fund

Field of interest funds allow donors to specify a broad category for funding and direct their gifts to a charitable area of interest.

• Grant administration and processing by the Long Beach Community Foundation (LBCF) allows for easy grantmaking.
• Knowledgeable staff with in-depth grantmaking and giving expertise.
• Highly personalized and flexible service tailored to fund holder's charitable and financial interests.
• The tax benefit is realized immediately after a contribution is made.
• Fund holder has access to an easy and secure online portal to view fund activity 24/7.
• Fund holders can select an array of investment options that are managed as part of a larger $5 billion portfolio, bringing economies of scale
  investment results.
• Protective fund oversight is provided by LBCF on a local and national level.
• Option to receive a list of nonprofit grantees in a certain area of interest.
• Invitations to exclusive LBCF events with other donors and fundholders.
• Monthly statements show all investments, donations, and scholarship activity.
• Fees charged support philanthropic grants and programs in the Long Beach Community.
• Available option to raise funds through the LBCF website.

1. No legal liability. LBCF remains in full compliance with state and federal regulations as they relate to grants and contributions.
2. Issue grants in the fund’s name or anonymously.
3. Utilize this type of fund in estate planning to establish a giving legacy.
4. Be actively or passively involved in directing how the funds are used.
5. LBCF makes a conscious effort to work with Long Beach-based organizations.
6. LBCF is National Standards Accredited which indicates a commitment to excellence and accountability. This is the highest standard for philanthropic excellence.

• Field of Interest Fund agreement/Instrument of Gift
• Download the Fund At a Glance reference pdf