Ways to Make a Donation

Thank you for your interest in making a donation to the Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation. Whether you want to support our Annual Fund, give to an established fund or create one of your own, we offer a variety of giving options to help donors maximize their impact.

There are many ways to fund your charitable interests. We accept credit card, check, money order, cash, wire transfer/ACH, as well as stock and other assets. You can donate from a Donor Advised Fund. We can work with you or your professional advisor on bequests, real estate or other appreciated gifts. Our gift acceptance policies are available upon request.

For questions or additional information on donating to the Foundation, please contact us at 708-848-1560, or [email protected].

“The Foundation is an important resource for Oak Park and River Forest…there are various ways you can donate or participate through the well-run programs they coordinate.”

– Carlotta Lucchesi, Women Leaders in Philanthropy

  • Donate Online

    Using a credit or debit card, make a gift through our secure online platform in a few easy steps. Donations may be made anonymously or in honor or memory of a specific person.

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  • Check or Cash

    Please make checks and money orders out to Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation and note any gift direction in the memo section or a cover letter. Cash is accepted by drop-off only.

    Wire transfer/ACH are also accepted. Please contact us at 708-848-1560 for wire transfer information.

    Donations may be mailed or dropped off:
    Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation
    1049 Lake Street, Suite 204
    Oak Park, IL 60301

    Office Hours
    Monday – Friday: 9am to 5pm