The Jewish Federation of Tulsa Foundation has a long history of responsibly building and managing endowment and donor advised philanthropic funds to build a strong and sustainable Jewish future in Tulsa and beyond. The JFT Foundation works with professional financial advisors to help create your lasting legacy through your generous charitable donation. Endowments are an excellent way to make a meaningful impact in your Jewish community while accommodating your personal, philanthropic goals.
A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) is a vehicle that enables you to receive tax benefits immediately, access to a professionally managed portfolio, and make a charitable impact simple, effective, and long-lasting. A DAF is a named fund held at the JFT Foundation that enables you to support any IRS approved charitable organization. Once established, you, your family or any designated advisor can make recommendations on distributions at any time to support causes of specific interest to you. This is a great vehicle to invest in the future of the Jewish community and teach your children about philanthropic values. A minimum contribution of $10,000 is required to establish a Donor Advised Fund.
The Tulsa community benefits every year from donors who create permanent endowments that support our annual campaign, building, and community programs. An endowment is a gift maintained in permanence with the earnings providing annual support. Endowed gifts plant a tree that bears fruit (earnings) to ensure Jewish institutions and traditions available today are available for generations to come. These gifts are a fundamental component to ensuring a vibrant Jewish future in Tulsa.
Common purposes of endowment funds are for unrestricted operations, Lion of Judah, to support annual campaign and other programs impactful and meaningful to you. We also accept donations to existing endowment funds to grow its base and future impact.
There are many options for donors to deepen their philanthropic impact. When considering these gift strategies, you should always consult with your own legal counsel and tax advisors. A philanthropic advisor at the Jewish Federation of Tulsa is happy to work with you to design a gift plan that will serve your needs and giving goals, as well as those of the Jewish community. A minimum gift of $100,000 is required to establish an endowment.
The addition to or creation of an annual campaign endowment fund demonstrates your belief in the continuity of Jewish life for generations to come. Your investment will continue to care for Jews in needs, Jewish causes, and ensure a vibrant Jewish future in Tulsa and around the world in perpetuity.
Designated funds are a vehicle to raise support for specific programs or causes. All distributions from the funds are to support those specific purposes identified at the fund’s establishment. These funds are great for community members (or a group of community members) who want to unify and raise awareness and support collectively.
The JFT Foundation already holds several designated funds which can still receive donations. Contact us to discuss the best funds to meet your needs at foundation@jewishtulsa.org.
This is a fund established at the JFT Foundation that works as a charitable bank account. All donations to the fund are tax deductible at the time of the gift, professionally managed, and distributable to any qualified charitable organization, Jewish or non-Jewish.
All donations are tax deductible. Below is a list of funds held at the JFT Foundation that are currently accepting public donations.
To learn how you can contribute to a specific fund, please contact foundation@jewishtulsa.org.
We are happy to speak to you directly about your donation and giving plans. Please call us with questions at 918-495-1100 or send an email to foundation@jewishtulsa.org. Making a difference with philanthropy!
© 2023 Jewish Federation of Tulsa | All Rights Reserved