Memorial Donations

At the Tustin Community Foundation, we believe one of the most meaningful ways to honor the memory of a loved one is by creating a legacy of generosity and impact. Through memorial donations, families and friends can celebrate a life well-lived while supporting causes that reflect the values and passions of those they’ve lost.

We offer two impactful options for memorial giving:

• 100% Pass-Through Donations
  Every dollar donated can be directed to the family’s charity of choice—whether it’s a local or national nonprofit, a cause close to their heart, their alma mater, hospital or house of worship or an organization making a difference here in our Tustin community.
• Create a Named Memorial Fund
  Establish a fund in your loved one’s name that will be used to award a grant through the Tustin Community Foundation, continuing their legacy year after year by supporting causes they cared about.

No administrative fees are deducted from memorial donations—100% goes directly to creating impact.

Setting up a memorial donation is simple:

1. Contact Us
   Reach out to us at erin@tustincommunityfoundation.org to discuss your goals and preferences for the fund or tribute gifts.
2. Choose the Donation Type
   • Direct donations to a chosen nonprofit, school, house of worship, etc.
   • Establish a named memorial fund through TCF
3. Share Donation Details
   TCF can help create a personalized donation page or provide instructions to share with friends and family.
4. Celebrate the Impact
   Families will receive regular updates on how the donations are being used and the impact they are making in the Tustin community.

Honoring a loved one’s memory brings comfort and creates a lasting legacy amidst the deep emotions of loss. Memorial donations allow you to:

• Celebrate Passions – Support the causes they cared most about.
• Offer Comfort – Give family and friends a way to channel grief into something meaningful.
• Inspire Future Generations – Teach the next generation about service, legacy, and kindness.
• Create Lasting Impact – Your tribute lives on through programs, grants, and services that make Tustin a better place.

Memorial donations can be designated for nearly any cause, including:

• Education & Scholarships
• Medical Research & Health Services
• Community & Social Services
• Arts & Cultural Programs
• Animal Welfare & Rescue
• Environmental Conservation
• Humanitarian Aid & Disaster Relief