Welcome to The Cape Cod Foundation :: A Community Foundation Cape Cod Foundation 
259 Willow Street 
Yarmouthport, MA 02675 
1-800-947-2322 · 508-790-3040 
Wednesday - June 19th, 2013
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Community Development Partnership 
 


Workers install a solar panel
on a CDP housing unit.

How does a Cape Cod nonprofit become a micro-energy power plant? The Community Development Partnership in Eastham is adding that unusual feather to its cap by expanding the use of solar power on its affordable housing units.  The combined kilowatts generated by the project will be shared across its entire portfolio and help reduce energy costs for over 50 families.  Click here to read more

 
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Cape Cod Foundation
259 Willow St.
Yarmouthport, MA 02675

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Comparison to Other Charitable Options

The Cape Cod Foundation vs. Private Foundations and Commercially Sponsored Gift Funds

The Cape Cod Foundation Private Foundation Commercially Sponsored Gift Funds
Initial Contribution $10,000 $5 million to be cost effective $10,000+
Start Up Costs None Legal and accounting fees None
Annual Fees Admin. & Investment 1%-1.62% On-going legal and accounting fees 1%-1.75%+

Income Tax Deductions

Appreciated Property-- Publicly Traded Stocks Fair market value Fair market value Fair market value
Other Property value Fair market Cost basis Fair market value
Cash Gift Limitation (adjusted gross income) 50% 30% 50%
Appreciated Property Limitation (adjusted gross income) 30% 20% 30%
Carry Over Available Yes Yes Yes


Operations

Pay-out requirement None Yes None
Excise tax on investment income None Yes None
Restrictions on scholarship grants None Yes None
Grantmaking Consultation Yes -- no additional fees Must hire staff or consultant None
Informational sessions on charitable organizations and issues Yes -- no additional fees Must hire staff or consultant None
Research and evaluation on charitable organizations and programs Yes -- no additional fees Must hire staff or consultant None
Anonymity Yes -- full anonymity if desired Substantial contributor's name must be available Yes
Full range of Planned Giving Opportunities Yes Additional legal fees Some



  


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