Philanthropic Impact

 

Information and Resources for Donors and Professional Advisors

How the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Can Help You Create Lasting Impact 

By Lindsey Rossow-Rood Director, Donor Services Philanthropy offers a powerful way to shape the world around you, but it can sometimes feel overwhelming to navigate all the options. Whether you’re...

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What the shift toward private markets means for your philanthropic clients

It’s not your imagination! More and more of your clients are investing in private markets instead of simply limiting their strategies to stocks listed on the exchanges. Indeed, the number...

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Drawing up a budget: Federal springtime process begins

President Biden’s fiscal year 2025 budget requests are hot off the press. Included in the revenue proposals are provisions that eliminate counting payments to certain “disqualified persons” (including family members)...

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Proposed Regulations: Taxes on Taxable Distributions from Donor Advised Funds (IRC §4966)

On February 29, 2024, the Department of Treasury issued a notice of a public hearing on the Proposed Regulations which will be held on May 6, 2024, at the IRS....

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IRS Proposed Regulations

Taxes on Taxable Distributions from Donor Advised Funds (IRC §4966) The IRS released the first installment of proposed regulations in November of 2023 providing guidance on certain tax rules applying...

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“I still don’t get it”: TLC for your clients’ QCDs

Despite the Qualified Charitable Distribution’s (QCD) position as a financial media darling, mentioned in hundreds of articles every week, it’s still not an easy concept to get your head around....

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2023 Year End Charitable Planning Reminders

Tax Benefits Charitable contribution deductions for donations to public charities are limited to 60% of AGI for cash gifts, while the limit for appreciated non-cash assets held more than one...

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It’s that time of year: Three reminders for client’s charitable giving

December 31 is fast approaching, and that means income tax deadlines are beginning to loom large. As you work with your clients this month, try to get ahead of the...

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Advisors and coaches: How you and the Community Foundation work together to serve your clients

Work with the Community Foundation to support your clients’ charitable giving. As an attorney, accountant, or financial advisor, you’re a key part of every client’s multifaceted team that helps with...

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“Better three hours too soon than a minute too late.”

While William Shakespeare and the IRS may not appear to have much in common, delayed timing resulted in a lost charitable income tax deduction and a hefty capital gains tax...

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