Donor News

12 Sep Endowments and quasi-endowments: Similar, but not exactly the same

Posted at 16:26h in Donor News

If you’ve been involved in philanthropy for a while, you certainly have heard the term “endowment.” You’re also likely aware that endowments are established to create a permanent source of support for a specific organization, the McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) itself, or a particular...

05 Sep Standard deduction planning: Avoid leaving dollars behind

Posted at 16:19h in Donor News

One of many items on the legislative “watch list,” especially in light of the upcoming elections, is the standard deduction. Without intervening legislation, in 2026 the standard deduction for individual taxpayers younger than age 65 is scheduled to drop from $14,600 to $8,300. While this may spell higher...

29 Aug Inspiring good habits: Tips for better giving

Posted at 14:26h in Donor News

Our team at the McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) is committed to sharing tips and insights that can help you get more satisfaction from your charitable giving and in turn make an even bigger difference in the causes you care about. Here are three recommendations: Strive for...

14 Aug Not even the kitchen sink: Giving your house to charity is worth exploring

Posted at 16:25h in Donor News

August is national Make-A-Will month and a great time to check in on key components of your estate plan. The reality, as we know, is that all property remaining at death has to go somewhere. And as heartbreaking as it may be for parents of...

14 Aug This may be your best move yet!

Posted at 16:18h in Donor News

If you’ve already established a donor-advised fund at the McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF), you can understand why it’s become such a popular tool to organize your family’s giving and serve as a springboard for so many other ways to make a difference in our...

25 Jul Summer reading that’s worth a forward

Posted at 16:09h in Donor News

Every week, the team at the McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) works with a wide range of charitably-minded individuals and families who are either already working with MCCF or are considering establishing a donor-advised or other type of fund to organize their giving. We also...

18 Jul Philanthropy: It’s not one size fits all

Posted at 15:48h in Donor News

Charitable giving traditions are a big part of many peoples’ lives. The ways philanthropic values translate into action and behavior, however, vary widely from person to person. And that’s a good thing! When you align your charitable giving activities with your own personality and the...

11 Jul Up in the air: Charitable planning in a shifting tax landscape

Posted at 16:40h in Donor News

It’s an election year, which means you may have more questions than answers as you work with your advisors to build out your financial and estate plans. In particular, the looming sunset of key provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017 has created a tremendous...

27 Jun Legal developments: We’re watching!

Posted at 16:35h in Donor News

As your go-to resource for charitable giving techniques, our team pays close attention to best practices in addressing the broad range of your charitable intentions to support both near-term and long-term community needs. This includes tracking legal developments that may impact philanthropy broadly, impact specific...

13 Jun Philanthropy snapshot: A global priority with local impact

Posted at 16:25h in Donor News

Summertime can mean vacations, travel, a slower (or at least different) pace, and time to reflect. This year, our team is thinking quite a bit about the significant role of philanthropy across the world and how that widespread enthusiasm drives so much energy for charitable...