Investment solutions built for Canadian charities
When charities and nonprofits have access to competitive investment solutions, they make outsized impact in their communities. Toronto Foundation’s Community Capital Pool offers Canadian charities and nonprofits, big and small, what private providers can’t — sophisticated investment management that is typically reserved for large institutions.
By pooling investments alongside sector peers, your organization can earn higher returns with the flexibility you need, while building community wealth and wellbeing.
We offer:
- Access to institutional-grade investments, including access to global and private markets
- Flexibility and options for liquidity
- Competitive fees that are re-invested into community
- Oversight from globally renowned investment firm RockCreek Canada
- Customized reporting and reduced administrative burden for your team
- Fund options ranging from $10K to $100M+
26 years
charity pooling experience
Half a billion
community-dedicated assets under administration
40+
charity investment funds call Toronto Foundation home
$300M+
in government investments managed as a fiduciary partner
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Pool performance and comparisons
Compared to other investment options commonly used by charities and nonprofits, we offer strong return potential, fund diversification and significantly reduce the administrative burden on your staff.
| Feature | GICs | 60/40 Passive Portfolio | Community Capital Pool |
|---|---|---|---|
| Risk Level | Low | Moderate to high | Moderate |
| Expected return (long-term) | 2-3% | 5-6% | 7-9% |
| Liquidity | Limited (terms of 1-5 years) | High | Flexible |
| Access to private equity | None | None | Yes – diversified beyond public markets​ |
| Administrative burden | Low | Medium (internal oversight required)​ | Low – TF handles oversight, reporting and onboarding​ |
Investment options and fees
FUND OPTIONS
Choose from three investment options, each designed to meet the unique needs of charities from flexible terms and liquidity options to access to expertise, administrative support, customized reporting and more.
1
Invested flowthrough
Ideal for medium to long-term funds that still need liquidity and/or off book investment option
2
Permanent endowment
Best for legacy, sustainability and/or off book investment option
3
Investment pooling
You retain ownership of assets and we do the work
FEES
We offer a competitive graduated fee structure. While fees at a private firm or bank only boost company margins, Toronto Foundation reinvests your fees directly into community.
Our approach
The Community Capital Pool is run by Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO), RockCreek Canada, with oversight from Toronto Foundation's staff and Investment Committee.
About our OCIO
Established in 2003 by a leadership team of former World Bank CIOs, RockCreek brings a track record of delivering consistent returns driven by a rigorous investment process.
Combining the power of pooling with an OCIO, you gain:
- Institutional-grade investment options
- Expert oversight without hiring in-house
- Active risk management for volatile times
- Shared governance and efficiency
All of this adds up to better returns, more impact and less work for you.
Plus, our commitment to responsible investing means strong returns that are values-aligned.
OSC exemption
Toronto Foundation is one of the few charities in Ontario with a customized exemption from the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) that formally recognizes our role as an investment pooling platform for other charities. This distinction underscores that our Community Capital Pool is structured and overseen to meet regulatory expectations while staying true to our charitable purpose.
Get started
Envisioning the possibilities? Download our information package for more details about the pool and how we can help amplify your organization’s impact.
Ready for a conversation? Set up a meeting with Aneil Gokhale – Director, Philanthropy at Toronto Foundation.