Getting started and staying informed

What’s in it for YOUR organization to join SEF?

501(c)(3) status allows all donations made to your group to be income tax deductible.​

Fund alternatives

The mission of the Solon Education Foundation (SEF) is to enhance education opportunities for Solon Students. To that end, the foundation has four fund Alternatives. These funds will be utilized in accord with the provisions in the bylaws.​
  • SEF Directed Unrestricted Funds
  • SEF Directed Restricted Funds
  • Group/Donor Advised Unrestricted Funds
  • Group/Donor Advised Restricted Funds

Asset management

  • Asset Manager is Iowa State Bank and Trust
  • Asset allocation for our long term funds is 60-70% domestic equity and 30-40% fixed income
  • Short term funds will not generate revenue unless the time frame is in excess of 3-6 months

Administrative Services

  • ​There is a annual fee of 1% of the average fund balance related to our fiscal year of July 1st through June 30th, or $50 whichever is greater.  Fee may be waived on board decision for individual pass thru checks of $1000 or greater.
  • This fee provides access to the 501-C3. Letters of acknowledgment will be sent to the donors of gifts greater than $100.
  • We will also maintain aggregate financial records related to your funds accounts.

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