Join Us in Our Largest Endeavor to Raise Funds Towards the Increase in Community Grantmaking in Lake County, IN!

When you give to a Legacy Foundation unrestricted fund, you are providing resources to address ever-changing community needs. Thanks to generous individuals and families, Legacy Foundation has over 35 unrestricted funds that support grantmaking in Lake County. Legacy Foundation’s grants committee utilizes these funds to make over $400,000 in grants each year to support nonprofit organizations making Lake County, Indiana a better place to work, live, and play.

Hear from Mardie Tuttle, Legacy Foundation Donor, Fundholder, and Grants Committee member as she explains our grant proposal process & purpose of our Lake County Forever Campaign!

TRIPLE Your Impact by Donating to the Lake County Forever Campaign or Another Unrestricted Fund!

The Campaign for Lake County Forever is Legacy Foundation’s largest effort to raise funds for endowed community grantmaking. Generous philanthropic support today is an investment in the success of our communities now and in the future. The Lake County Forever Fund (LCFF) is supported through the generosity of a broad base of donors.

Through this fund, Legacy Foundation supports organizations serving families and individuals in Lake County, Indiana across areas like arts and culture, education, the environment and animal welfare, as well as health and human services. Grants from the LCFF ensure these vital services continue to thrive in our region. Give the gift of real impact. Your donation helps ensure nonprofits in Lake County and beyond always have the resources they need to make a lasting difference.

Gifts made to the Lake County Forever Fund, or another unrestricted fund at Legacy Foundation will be matched $2-for-$1. 

TRIPLE YOUR IMPACT AND DONATE TO THE LAKE COUNTY FOREVER FUND

Interested in Giving to a Specific Fund?

Legacy Foundation has over 320 funds established by Lake County organizations, businesses, and families. View our fund list or select a category below to make your gift to the fund or cause of your choice.