
Community Giving & Fundraising Tools
Through the Medfield Foundation, donors can target their contribution to any Medfield nonprofit that they want to support. Active initiatives are organized by category: Arts & Culture, Youth & Recreation, Landmark Preservation, and Community Support.
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To become an official MFi Initiative, Medfield community organizations must apply following the steps provided below.
Become an MFi Initiative
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Stringent state and federal regulations governing fundraising require accurate bookkeeping and accounting procedures and a cumbersome process to achieve 501(c)(3) non-profit status. MFi makes fundraising easier, by partnering with community organizations and creating initiatives supported by MFi’s non-profit certification.
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Does your organization’s goals fit within the MFi mission of enriching the community? Consider applying to become an MFi Initiative and enjoy the benefits of 501(c)(3) fundraising.
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Here’s how to apply:
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Contact MFi to review your initiative.
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If it meets the established criteria, we will invite you to attend an MFi board meeting to present your initiative.
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The Board will vote on whether to accept the project
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If approved, you will be required to sign a Letter of Agreement agreeing to our Standard Operating Procedures.
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Once established as an “MFi Initiative” you can channel your donations through MFi and we will take care of all the accounting and 501(c)(3) compliance.
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An MFi board member will review logistics on how deposits are made, tax receipts processed and protocols for making expenditures related to your project.
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Donors who want to support your project or group can donate directly to MFi and allocate their contributions to your cause and get a tax deduction to the extent allowable by law.
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There is a 1% annual service fee applied to all donations which is used to cover MFi administrative costs.
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We offer complete transparency of your initiative’s bookkeeping.
Donations to MFi may be tax-deductible. Consult your tax professional.