Your gift creates healthy, safe, vibrant communities.
Partner with the Community Foundation for Monterey County to strengthen our community and make a meaningful difference. Choose a fund from the drop down menu or featured funds below, or create your own charitable fund to turn your generosity into lasting impact for the causes you care about most.
The Community Foundation for Monterey County (CFMC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Tax ID #94-1615897. Your donation to the CFMC is tax deductible to the full extent of the law. However, certain donations in which donors receive a good or service in return for a donation are not tax deductible. Please keep your email donation receipt as your official record. We'll send it to you upon successful completion of your donation.
What is our Tax ID #
The Community Foundation for Monterey County is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, Tax ID #94-1615897.
Who receives a tax receipt?
The tax receipt will be issued in the name of the credit card holder and will be emailed to the address provided. If the company card option is selected, a receipt will be issued in the company name to the address provided.
How do I give by check?
To make a gift by check, please make your check payable to: “Community Foundation for Monterey County” or "CFMC" and mail to: Community Foundation for Monterey County, 2354 Garden Road, Monterey, CA 93940. In the memo, specify the name of the fund(s) you wish to support.
How do I make a donor advised fund grant?
If you have a Donor Advised Fund with the Community Foundation for Monterey County, you can make a grant via our Donor Portal at cfmco.org or contact your Philanthropic Services Officer, Brian Thayer or Alisa Smith at 831.375.9712. If you have a Donor Advised Fund elsewhere, be sure to include the fund name as the purpose and have the grant sent to: Community Foundation for Monterey County, 2354 Garden Road, Monterey, CA 93940. (CFMC Tax ID #94-1615897)
What are other ways to give?
You can make a gift of stock, real estate, IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution or other assets, or make a planned gift through your will or estate. Please contact Cecilia Romero, Director of Gift Planning, at 831.375.9712 x124 or ceciliar@cfmco.org or visit cfmco.org/waystogive to learn more.
Can an acknowledgement for an honorary or memorial gift be sent by mail?
The person you select will receive an email notification to the email address you provide. If you would like a notification sent by mail, please include the recipient's name and address in the "Leave a Comment” field.
