A new year is in full swing, but you’ve still got plenty of time to consider your charitable impact and how you’d like to make a difference in 2026. A great way to do that is to reflect on the difference you’ve already made through the years. Many people are drawn to charitable giving and decide to establish a fund because of personal experiences with charities during a time of need.
Has a loved one been able to attend a university due to receiving a scholarship funded by charitable donations? Or maybe you or a family member overcame personal challenges with the help of nonprofit counseling services, or your business might have thrived thanks to a nonprofit-supported arts district or mentorship program. Nonprofit hospice care may have provided comfort and support during a difficult time with a family member. Even a cherished pet may have come into your life through a nonprofit animal rescue. What’s more, many people find that their happiness increases through acts of giving. When you know you’re helping someone, it makes you feel good!
The team at Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation (GPCF) is here to help you shape your charitable giving plan for 2026 and beyond. We’d welcome a conversation to review your philanthropic goals and help you make the biggest impact possible. For example, we can review:
- Opportunities to accomplish your charitable giving goals this year through gifts of appreciated stock
- Opportunities to incorporate gifts to your fund in your estate plan and create a lasting charitable legacy
- Examples of how you can join forces with other fund holders to support larger initiatives
- Examples of donors who are not only pursuing their own charitable priorities, but are also supporting GPCF’s work to improve quality of life in Poweshiek County for generations to come
- Ways your donor advised fund grants and the charities you support are helping achieve positive community change
If you’d like to discuss your giving strategies or explore new ways to maximize your impact, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help you achieve your philanthropic goals and create lasting change in our community.
The team at Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation is honored to serve as a resource and sounding board as you pursue your philanthropic objectives. This newsletter is provided for informational purposes only. It is not intended as legal, accounting, or financial planning advice. Please consult your tax or legal advisor to learn how this information might apply to your own situation.
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