The Indiana Grantmakers Alliance is a membership organization dedicated to advancing philanthropy throughout Indiana.

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  By giving to charitable and philanthropic organizations you can exercise your support for the goals, people, and purposes you believe in. Philanthropy is your individual response to human needs; an opportunity to give is an opportunity to be involved. It is caring and serving. Philanthropy gives your wealth meaning and engages you as a steward in the betterment of society.

Do you want to learn how to give or how to start a foundation? This section will provide specific information on the various types of foundations. In addition, you will find general information to aid you in your quest for information on giving.

Learn about Philanthropy:
Community Foundations
Corporate Grantmakers
Glossary of Terms
Facts/Figures
FAQ About Philanthropy
FAQ New Donors
Private Foundations
Professional Advisors
Promotion of Philanthropy
Public Foundations
Youth Philanthropy

Philanthropic Tools:
Calculator
Determine how much it would cost to start your own foundation
Quiz
Test your nonprofit savvy

Giving Resources:
Applying for 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Status
IRS publication 4220 is designed to help prospective charities apply for tax exemption under the tax law.
The Giving Guide
Find out how to give more effectively
Giving Options Chart
Get answers to various questions regarding options in giving
Resources for Grantmakers
A compilation of organizations and reference materials
Where to give... A donor's guide...
This report includes the United Way State of Caring Index for 1999 compared to 1998, what services a donor might fund to have an impact on the key areas, and how to determine which organizations to fund. See the Indiana Update for the index for 1990 compared to 2000.
"Women's Guide to Philanthropy"
New guide examines the philanthropic landscape for women who wish to create a personal charitable giving plan

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This section of the Web site is made possible in part through funding from New Ventures in Philanthropy.

Partial text reprinted with permission from the Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers

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