For givers & families
A simpler way to give with purpose and local roots.
Starting a named fund under Built On Gold Fund gives you the benefits of a structured charitable giving vehicle — without the complexity, cost, or compliance burden of starting your own private foundation.
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Start a fund here
Accessible. Directed. Local.
Name a fund under Built On Gold Fund and direct it toward any cause you care about. We handle compliance, reporting, and structure. You guide the giving.
- → No separate legal entity required
- → No board or governance structure needed
- → No IRS filing or annual Form 990-PF
- → Locally managed, community-connected
- → Immediate tax deductibility under our 501(c)(3)
Start your own foundation
Independent. Complex. Costly.
A private foundation requires a full legal filing with the IRS, board governance, annual Form 990-PF reporting, investment management, and ongoing legal compliance.
- → $10K–$50K+ in startup costs
- → Requires board of directors
- → Annual 990-PF tax filings required
- → 5% annual distribution requirement
- → Best for endowments of $1M or more
Ready to get started?
It starts with a conversation.
Tell us about your giving vision and we will walk you through exactly what starting a fund looks like — no pressure, no complexity, just clarity.
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