Funds

Most donors choose to create their own funds within the Foundation. These fund types can serve your diverse interests and charitable goals. Visit the sections below to learn more about the various types of funds:

Donor Advised Funds
About Donor Advised Funds

Donor Advised Funds allow you or others you designate to recommend grants to organizations of your choice.


Donor Advised Fund Investment Program (PDF)

Do you have a Donor Advised Fund with us? Now you can choose from four investment portfolios. You also have the option to recommend changes to your fund's investments on a quarterly basis.


Donor Advised Funds Brochure (PDF)

Download a brochure about donor advised funds (PDF format).


Unrestricted Funds
About Unrestricted Funds

Unrestricted Funds are the most flexible and responsive to emerging community needs.


Field of Interest Funds
About Field of Interest Funds

Field of Interest Funds allow you to select areas of interest you would like to support.


Designated Funds
About Designated Funds

Designated Funds support specific charitable organizations that you identify when you make your gift.


Scholarship Funds
Other Resources for Scholarship Seekers


Support Organizations
About Support Organizations

Support Organizations, affiliated with The Saint Paul Foundation, are a unique alternative to a private foundation.


Community Funds
About Community Funds

Community funds benefit specific communities and support many charitable organizations and purposes within those communities.


Community Funds Handbook

Go to our brand new Community Funds Handbook site


Contact Us

Contact Jean Vukas Roberts or Jaclyn Schroeder to find out more.