Why Donors Choose The Trust

Donors today have many options for their philanthropy—community foundations, private foundations, commercial gift funds, large nonprofits, and trust companies. So why choose The Trust?

A grant to make sure this daycare program in Brooklyn survived major losses in revenue was made possible through the generosity of past donors who established permanent, charitable funds with us during their lifetimes or through their wills. >>

• You want experience. Our first fund was set up in 1924 and we made our first grant the same year.
• You want expert advice. The members of the Distribution Committee, our governing body, are nominated by five civic authorities and our trustee banks for their knowledge of the City. Our staff is nationally respected for its grantmaking, financial management, and excellent service.
• You want a trusted partner. We honor the legacies of past donors forever, making grants for today's problems from funds set up many years ago.
• You care about New York. Our grant staff works with thousands of City nonprofits, walks our neighborhood streets, and joins with other foundations and government to get things done. And, if you have interests outside the City, we can help through our networks around the country.
• You want flexibility. Whether you want to do your giving now (we pioneered donor-advised funds in 1931) or leave a legacy for future generations, we can help you start a fund that meets your needs.

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Our Donors Speak

"My wife, Joan Ganz Cooney, and I have been delighted with our long relationship with The Trust, which dates from the '70s. In fact, as checkered as my career has been, I can say that The Trust has been one of the constants. Sure, steady, reliable—a sound charitable investment." — Peter G. Peterson

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