Reasons for Giving

Our Funds provide special services, programs ands equipment which are not supported or are insufficiently supported by other funding.  These funds award grants and scholarships to: further the arts in the community - buy books for the library - assist the elderly - provide equipment for the sick and disabled - and aid other community organizations.  The scope of our service is limitless.

Gifts To The Orange Foundation Become Perpetual

Gifts are added to existing funds, or create new funds. 100% of all donations received are directed to the Foundation's Endowment. Generally, only the income from these funds is distributed, currently on an annual basis.  Gifts given today keep on giving through the years.

How Gifts May be Given

The Orange Foundation receives cash donations, bequests, securities, insurance proceeds and real estate.  Donations may be incorporated into existing funds or donors may establish a new funds with a unique goal or selection criteria.  A minimum contribution of $5,000 is required to establish a new scholarship or grant.

Tax Advantages

Gifts to The Orange Foundation are tax deductible according to federal estate / gifts tax law.  The Foundation is exempt under section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue code.

Why We Need You

The Orange Foundation is for people who want to contribute to the community in a special way and become part of our good work.  Donations generate funds that reach out to every citizen in the Orange community.  Please join us and be part of the vision and leadership in our wonderful home town of Orange, Connecticut.

Send our Chairman an email at chairman@tofoundation.com