Donor Advised Funds

Donor Advised Funds allow donors to make suggestions for distributions to meet current needs. Although Internal Revenue Service regulations require these suggestions to be nonbinding, each suggestion receives serious consideration by the Foundation's Board of Directors.

Acme Fund

Established by Mortimer Schwartz, this fund will assist in meeting the needs and objectives of individuals and organizations especially the elderly. To donate, go to www.yolocf.org/giving

Acorn Fund

This fund responds to the immediate material needs (a warm jacket, pair of shoes, etc.) of children and families who appear before the Yolo County family court system. Over time, the donor who established this fund would like to broaden its grant making scope to support groups and individuals working on issues related to needy children and families. To donate, go to www.yolocf.org/giving

Carbahal Fund

This fund is intended to further the donors’ charitable intentions. To donate, go to www.yolocf.org/giving

George W. Hinkle Fund

Mr. Hinkle, an active member of the senior community, is extremely grateful for the benefits he’s received from fitness programs and would like to pay back his gratitude. This fund emphasizes senior fitness activities, but is not limited to this. To donate, go to www.yolocf.org/giving

Lew Franck Family Fund

This fund will fund the charitable interests of the family, both parents and children, with an emphasis on protecting the environment, especially the rivers of Yolo and El Dorado counties. To donate, got to www.yolocf.org/giving

Sonia Brink Fund

Named in honor of a beloved mother who emigrated from South Africa, this fund helps persons, especially those in developing countries, needing clinical, educational, nutritional and subsistence support. To donate, go to www.yolocf.org/giving

Wide Wide World Fund

This fund is intended to benefit the further education of Winters high school graduates to encourage and assist their participation in making the world a better place. Scholarships or other projects that enhance the education of Winters' students are funded. To donate, go to www.yolocf.org/giving