Advisor News

  • Why donor-advised funds are still essential

    Jan 15, 2026

    By Megan Sommerfeldt, Senior Director, Gift Planning  For many CPAs, estate planning attorneys, and financial advisors, the end of 2025 brought a whirlwind of charitable planning activity among high-earner clients. That’s because many taxpayers…

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  • 2025 action required: Last call for current tax rules

    Dec 16, 2025

    By Megan Sommerfeldt, Director, Gift Planning As you counsel clients through year-end tax planning, the Community Foundation encourages you to remind them that 2025 presents a critical window of opportunity…

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  • Professional Advisor Connections- November 2025

    Dec 8, 2025

    Did you know that we offer a newsletter for professional advisors? If you’re an attorney, CPA or financial planner who works with clients on achieving their charitable giving goals, check it out!…

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  • Rare but powerful “charitable exits”: Know it when you see it 

    Nov 20, 2025

    If your client base includes business owners, you’re no doubt at least generally aware of the benefits of giving closely-held business interests to charity. Beyond that, though, the details may…

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  • Donor-advised funds: Flexible, tax-friendly, and just the beginning

    Nov 13, 2025

    As attorneys, CPAs and financial advisors, you’ve no doubt noticed that financial publications’ coverage of donor-advised funds is increasing. This is no surprise, considering that these popular vehicles can help…

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