h2. Description of Services

A Supporting Organization (SO) is designed to accomplish short and long-term family giving objectives. By affiliating with the purposes of WaterStone, a Supporting Organization blends the flexibility of a public foundation with the unique charitable direction associated with private foundations. A SO is an excellent alternative for donors who have significant assets.

h2. Characteristics 

* Operating efficiencies by utilizing this WaterStone solution, which includes individually designed technical service to accomplish family charitable objectives.
* Maintain personal involvement in the use and investment of funds.
* Exercise a substantial degree of direction and control over the policies, programs and activities of the SO.
* Support the ministries, charities and purposes you care about.
* Affiliated but separate Board of Directors. The SO can elect or appoint the majority of the Board of Directors. 
* Benefit from favorable tax treatment as a public charity without the public support requirements.
* Exempt from private foundation excise tax and administrative requirements.
* Public scrutiny accomplished through the WaterStone Board of Directors.

h2. Fee Schedule

Pricing Schedule: to be negotiated on a case-by-case basis.

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