Philanthropic Impact

 

Information and Resources for Donors and Professional Advisors

Helping Donors Make an Impact at Tax Time — and All Year Long

As April 15 approaches, many donors are thinking about tax planning. It’s a natural time for conversations about charitable giving — and an important opportunity to reinforce how thoughtful philanthropy...

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The Value of Hard-to-Value Assets

At the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, we are proud to serve as a partner and resource for nonprofits and donors alike. That includes helping evaluate the potential of complex...

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Don’t Overlook the Next Generation: Why Gen Z Belongs in Your Legacy and Endowment Strategy

While nonprofits must continuously raise funds to meet today’s pressing needs, it’s equally important to plan for the long term by building sustainable, endowed resources. This ensures that we can...

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Expand Your Impact: How Strategic Giving Maximizes Philanthropy

The rise of 401(k)s: Three must-know tips for charitable giving

As an attorney, CPA, or financial advisor, you’ve probably seen the news that the number of 401(k) accounts with balances topping $1 million had risen by 9.5% to 544,000 as...

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Community Foundation anticipates tax policy changes, urges proactive charitable planning in 2025

With the new year underway, the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan is watching the shifting landscape in Washington, D.C., with a Republican-led Congress and President Trump’s return to the executive...

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Make a Greater Impact This Year: Your Charitable Giving Year-End Checklist

As the year draws to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the causes you care about and make plans to support them. Did you know that December...

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Year-end checklist for clients’ charitable giving

Charitable giving during the final few weeks of the year makes up a significant portion of total revenue for most organizations. Some research even shows that a whopping 26% of...

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Worth a double take: QCD Reminders

For your charitably-inclined clients who are 70 ½ and older, we simply cannot emphasize enough the benefits of a tool known as a Qualified Charitable Distribution, or “QCD.” A QCD...

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Your community foundation team: “Yes, we do that!”

As an attorney, CPA, or financial advisor, you offer clients valuable knowledge and support. We’re grateful that so many of you regularly reach out to the team at the community...

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