FAQ

What is the Give 10 Initiative?

What is the Give 10 Grand Gala?

What is the date of the Give 10 Grand Gala?

Why is emphasis placed on giving at the $10,000 level?

Does “individual donor” mean one person, or one household?

Can donors enroll in the Give 10 Initiative but remain anonymous?

How will you verify donation information?

What types of organizations are eligible to receive donations?

What types of donations do not qualify for enrollment?

Do donations to faith-based 501(c)3 organizations qualify for enrollment?

Is the Community Foundation of Northern Colorado a private foundation, and therefore ineligible?

Are donations from a private family foundation to a 501(c)3 organization eligible?

Is information about the Give 10 Initiative and the Give 10 Grand Gala being sent to donors who give to United Way of Larimer County and to the Community Foundation of Northern Colorado?

Will nonprofit staff members be allowed to add the Give 10 Initiative’s list of enrolled donors to the organization’s mailing list?

Are tickets to the Give 10 Grand Gala transferable?

Will donors attending the Give 10 Grand Gala be asked to make a donation?

Can donors who give $10,000 or more to eligible organizations receive an invitation to the Give 10 Grand Gala without enrolling in the Give 10 Initiative?

How do donors enroll in the Give 10 Initiative?

Should individuals wait until they donate a total of $10,000 before enrolling?

Do donors need to list all 2007 donations on the enrollment form, even if donations exceed $10,000?

Are donors required to live in Larimer County to enroll in the Give 10 Initiative?

Can a donor who lives outside of Larimer County, but gives $10,000 to a Larimer County 501(c)3 organization, enroll?

Can a corporate matching gift be added to an individual’s annual donation total to move them to the $10,000 level of giving, making them eligible to enroll in the Give 10 Initiative?

Should nonprofit staff members enroll donors in the Give 10 Initiative?

Are donor-designated gifts through United Way to a nonprofit organization eligible?

Are gifts to the Community Fund at United Way eligible?

Does a multi-year pledge totaling $10,000 count if the pledge was made in 2007?

Is the Give 10 Grand Gala a one-time event?

Will the Bohemian Foundation continue to host the United Way Alexis de Tocqueville Society black-tie event?

Why not give the cost associated with the initiative directly to the nonprofit organizations?

Who should donors or nonprofit staff members contact with questions?

What is the Give 10 Initiative?
The Give 10 Initiative is a collaboration between Bohemian Foundation, Community Foundation of Northern Colorado and United Way of Larimer County to inspire increased giving. The goal of the Give 10 Initiative is to create a tradition of giving and to challenge future generations to pass it on. The Give 10 Initiative is about the exponential power of more people giving at a higher level with greater intention. Return to top

What is the Give 10 Grand Gala?
The Give 10 Grand Gala is the Give 10 Initiative’s celebration of donors who are dedicated to building stronger communities in Larimer County by donating $10,000 or more. The Give 10 Grand Gala is meant to minimize efforts for many nonprofits that stretch beyond their means each year to recognize their donors. Individuals and private family foundations who annually donate $10,000 or more to eligible Larimer County nonprofit organizations will receive an invitation to the Give 10 Grand Gala. Hosted by Pat Stryker and the Bohemian Foundation, the Give 10 Grand Gala will be the signature philanthropy celebration event of the year. Return to top

What is the date of the Give 10 Grand Gala?
The next Gala is scheduled to be held in March 2009 in Larimer County. Eligible donors will receive Save the Date details with their enrollment confirmation to be mailed by the Community Foundation. Return to top

Why is emphasis placed on giving at the $10,000 level?
This level of giving maximizes the community’s ability to resolve the needs facing Larimer County today. By offering The Give 10 Grand Gala as an incentive, we hope to encourage donors to dig a little deeper when they give. The Give 10 Initiative wishes to raise awareness and expectations in our community to encourage philanthropic leadership at a higher level. Return to top

Does “individual donor” mean one person, or one household?
Individual donor means an individual, household giving-unit, which may consist of one or more members of an immediate family. Return to top

Can donors enroll in the Give 10 Initiative but remain anonymous?
Yes, upon enrollment there is an option to remain anonymous. The enrollment form asks whether a donor would like to be listed in the Give 10 Grand Gala event program. A donor who declines to be listed in the event program will still receive an invitation to the event. Return to top

How will you verify donation information?
Community Foundation staff will be reviewing and verifying gift information with nonprofit organizations when necessary. There is no need for donors to submit proof of their gifts. Follow-up with donors will occur in rare circumstances. Return to top

What types of organizations are eligible to receive donations?
Larimer County organizations with IRS 501(c)3 public charity designation. Please see the following question and answer for detail regarding the types of donations that do not qualify for enrollment. Return to top

What types of donations do not qualify for enrollment?
The following types of donations do not qualify for enrollment:

• Donations related to fundraising events, such as ticket and auction-item purchases, event underwriting, and sponsorships
• Donation of goods and services
• Donations to churches, tuition-based private schools,  political campaigns, and private foundations
• Contributions from corporations are not eligible Return to top

Do donations to faith-based 501(c)3 organizations qualify for enrollment?
Yes. Return to top

Is the Community Foundation of Northern Colorado a private foundation, and therefore ineligible?
No. The Community Foundation of Northern Colorado is not a private foundation. Because it is a public charity, donations made to this organization count toward the $10,000 contribution requirement. Return to top

Are donations from a private family foundation to a 501(c)3 organization eligible?
Yes. Grants totaling $10,000 or more made from private family foundations to Larimer County nonprofits are now eligible for recognition. These private foundations will receive an invitation for two guests to attend the Give 10 Grand Gala if they enroll. Return to top

Is information about the Give 10 Initiative and the Give 10 Grand Gala being sent to donors who give to United Way of Larimer County and to the Community Foundation of Northern Colorado?
Yes, and we encourage you to share this information with your donors before year end. Return to top

Will nonprofit staff members be allowed to add the Give 10 Initiative’s list of enrolled donors to the organization’s mailing list?
No. This donor contact information is confidential, and will only be used to generate the Give 10 Grand Gala invitation list. Return to top

Are tickets to the Give 10 Grand Gala transferable?
No. Return to top

Will donors attending the Give 10 Grand Gala be asked to make a donation?
No. Individuals who attend the Give 10 Grand Gala will not be asked to make an additional donation, sponsor a table, or bid on auction items – this is an opportunity to simply say thank you and to celebrate the spirit of giving in Larimer County. Return to top

Can donors who give $10,000 or more to eligible organizations receive an invitation to the Give 10 Grand Gala without enrolling in the Give 10 Initiative?
No. Donors must complete and submit the Give 10 Initiative enrollment form by January 9, 2009, to receive an invitation to the Give 10 Grand Gala. Return to top

How do donors enroll in the Give 10 Initiative?
Donors may enroll online at www.Give10Initiative.org; download a printer-friendly enrollment form, complete the form and mail it to the Community Foundation; or request an enrollment form from Roxanne Fry at the Community Foundation. Return to top

Should individuals wait until they donate a total of $10,000 before enrolling?
Yes. Enrollment forms will not be accepted until donors have made $10,000 in eligible gifts. Return to top

Do donors need to list all 2008 donations on the enrollment form, even if donations exceed $10,000?
No. Contributions to Larimer County charities need only meet or surpass the $10,000 mark to receive an invitation to the Give 10 Gala. There is no need to record donations past the $10,000 level. Return to top

Are donors required to live in Larimer County to enroll in the Give 10 Initiative?
No. As long as donations are made to eligible Larimer County nonprofits, it does not matter where the donor resides. Return to top

Can a donor who lives outside of Larimer County, but gives $10,000 to a Larimer County 501(c)3 organization, enroll?
Yes. Return to top

Can a corporate matching gift be added to an individual’s annual donation total to move them to the $10,000 level of giving, making them eligible to enroll in the Give 10 Initiative?
No, matching gifts from corporations cannot be used to help satisfy the $10,000 giving requirement. Return to top

Should nonprofit staff members enroll donors in the Give 10 Initiative?
No. This is a donor-driven enrollment process. If your donors have questions regarding enrollment, please direct them to Roxanne Fry at the Community Foundation. Return to top

Are donor-designated gifts through United Way to a nonprofit organization eligible?
Yes, donations designated through United Way of Larimer County qualify. Donor’s total aggregate gifts in a calendar year need only meet or surpass the $10,000 level to be eligible for the Give 10 Initiative. Donors to United Way of Larimer County who meet or surpass the $10,000 level are automatically enrolled as a benefit of the Alexis de Tocqueville Society. Please consult with a United Way staff person for more information. Return to top

Are gifts to the Community Fund at United Way eligible?
Yes, all gifts made to the United Way regardless of designation are eligible. Donors to United Way of Larimer County who meet or surpass the $10,000 level are automatically enrolled as a benefit of the Alexis de Tocqueville Society. Please consult with a United Way staff person for more information. Return to top

Does a multi-year pledge totaling $10,000 count if the pledge was made in 2008?
No. The $10,000 annual giving requirement for the 2009 Give 10 Grand Gala must be paid between January 1 and December 31, 2008. Return to top

Is the Give 10 Grand Gala a one-time event?
No. Bohemian Foundation is dedicated to hosting the event annually. Return to top       

Will the Bohemian Foundation continue to host the United Way Alexis de Tocqueville Society black-tie event?
The Give 10 Grand Gala will be the only celebration hosted by the Bohemian Foundation on an annual basis. The Give 10 Grand Gala was created in the spirit of the United Way’s Alexis de Tocqueville annual event, yet it broadens the celebration of philanthropy to include all donors who give to Larimer County nonprofits at this extraordinary leadership level. Gala attendees may or may not be Alexis de Tocqueville Society members. Return to top

Why not give the cost associated with the initiative directly to the nonprofit organizations?
The initiative and the Gala are additional strategies to enhance the effectiveness of nonprofit staff and dollars. The Bohemian Foundation contributes a great deal directly through the Pharos Fund and other Foundation giving. Return to top

Who should donors or nonprofit staff members contact with questions?
Roxanne Fry, Chief Operating Officer
Community Foundation of Northern Colorado
4745 Wheaton Drive, Suite 100
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Phone: (970) 488-1989
Fax: (970) 488-1990
Email: Roxanne@CommunityFoundationNC.org Return to top