Imagine Leaving A Legacy Within The Community You Love

The Portage Foundation is a charitable organization created by and for a community of people. It is supported by local donors and overseen by a board of private citizens who work toward the greater good of the community. Funds come from a variety of sources, including bequests and living trusts, and are invested in perpetuity. The investment earnings are then distributed to worthy organizations or causes.

The purpose of a community foundation is two-fold:

• To grow endowments that will continually benefit its defined area through grant-making and other charitable activities;
• To serve those who donate to the endowment by helping them to accomplish their charitable goals.

The Portage Foundation, like all community foundations, is governed by a board of trustees comprised of community leaders and is administered by professional staff. Operating expenses are paid from an annual fund fee and from gifts designated by donors to cover foundation operating and program costs.