West Marin Fund can help you define a charitable mission, research local and national charities, stay up to date with current issues, carry out your giving recommendations, monitor the impact of your grants, maximize your tax advantages, and help you leave a permanent legacy.
How to Start
Meet with West Marin Fund staff to discuss your giving interests and how a donor advised fund works
Choose a name for your fund
Sign an agreement with West Marin Fund
Make an initial contribution of $100,000 or more, to be spent over 5 years
At Any Time, You Can
Make additional gifts of any size
Recommend distributions from your fund to 501(c)(3) public charity organizations
Contact our Executive Director for more information about donor advised funds or to determine which forms of giving are best for you.