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If you’ve supported a particular charitable organization for many years, and perhaps even served on its board of directors, you are likely familiar with some basic concepts of “trust-based philanthropy,” even if you didn’t know that’s what it is called. As a devoted supporter of the...

If you’ve been tracking federal legislation, you’re likely aware that on December 29, 2022, President Biden signed a $1.65 trillion-dollar omnibus spending bill known as the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 (“CAA”). A component of this legislation, known as “SECURE 2.0,” includes many provisions that make...

Celebrating new laws for QCDs, more reasons to love CGAs, and smart charitable strategies for 2023 Happy New Year from the community foundation! Not surprisingly, community needs tend to rise during uncertain economic times. As 2023 gets into full swing, inflation, housing challenges, and talk of a...

Getting creative with NFTs, FAQs about QCDs, and must-know year-end reminders   Greetings from the community foundation, and happy December! The final weeks of 2022 are upon us. We’re hearing from attorneys, accountants, and financial advisors not only that your plates are full as the end of the...

Strong year-end giving in a bear market: Donor-advised funds come in handy Giving appreciated stock to charitable organizations is certainly a highly-effective tax strategy. During years when highly-appreciated stock is in short supply, however, implementing this strategy may be easier said than done. This is when donor-advised...

MCPHERSON, KAN. ---- The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) scholarship application process officially opens on Oct. 27. Requirements of scholarships will vary, but general applications will be accepted from all students in McPherson County. Students can apply through the link on the Foundation’s website under university/college...

THE BEAR MARKET Hanging in there: Charitable giving in a challenging economy  Earlier this year, Bankrate and Psych Central released the Money and Mental Health study and, not surprisingly, a large number of people surveyed in the research reported that money has a negative impact on their...