Get Started
Starting your fund
Start your fund at Toronto Foundation to reap the benefits of a private foundation without all of the administration. Our team handles all of the back office work so you can focus on your charitable granting and impact.
How does a fund work?
A fund can be like a savings account for your charitable giving, accumulating interest that you can grant (donate) to charities of your choice. Or it can be like a chequing account, offering quick access to grant as much of your balance as you want whenever you want.
I'm ready. How do I start a fund?
Our team is ready to help set up your philanthropy for maximum impact. We can get your fund started in less than a week following these steps:
- Connect with us. Let us walk you through the different fund options that can suit your needs. We can figure out the details together.
- We will put together your fund agreement.
- You sign it and then it’s done!
For more information, contact:
Aneil Gokhale
Director, Philanthropy
416-921-2035 ext. 212
agokhale@torontofoundation.ca
We acknowledge we are on the traditional territories of the Huron-Wendat, the Anishinabek Nation, the Haudenosaunee Confederacy and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. While Indigenous communities in Toronto remain strong, vibrant, and resilient, they need support to address and overcome the impact of colonialism and systemic inequalities. Furthering Indigenous reconciliation and sovereignty are integral to achieving a more fair and just society where everyone can thrive.
We aim to be an ally and to fund local Indigenous organizations.