Tag: donations
Lean On Us: Five Reasons to Connect with Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation
At Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation (GPCF), connecting people who care with causes that matter is at the heart of what we do. Whether you are looking for ways to support your community, planning your charitable giving, or considering how philanthropy fits into your financial and estate plans, our team is here to help. As we approach the end of 2026,
Gifts of Grain – A unique and fruitful way to give
For generations, farmers have fed families across the country, and a gift of grain allows that same hard work to grow a stronger future right here in Poweshiek County. The Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation (GPCF) accepts gifts of grain and the process is simple. Rather than selling grain and donating the proceeds, the farmer (donor) gives the corn/beans directly to
Life’s important milestones become opportunities for impact
Life’s big milestones are nuanced! Some are deeply personal, such as welcoming a grandchild, retiring after a long career, or celebrating a significant birthday. Other milestones are financial: selling a business, receiving an inheritance, exercising stock options, or selling a valuable piece of real estate. Whether personal or financial, major milestone moments bring a sense of accomplishment. They can also
Qualified Charitable Distributions: What to know in 2026
A Qualified Charitable Distribution (“QCD”) is a useful tool if you’ve reached the age of 70 ½ and want to give to a designated, field-of-interest, or unrestricted fund at Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation (GPCF). In 2026, you can direct up to $111,000 (as an individual) from your IRA to many types of funds at GPCF. This is a somewhat complex
High Impact Ideas to Support Education
It’s back to school time. Is education on your mind? At Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation (GPCF) it’s on our mind this month and the other 11 months of the year. If education and related causes are important to you, GPCF can help you explore ways to make an impact. Here are three ideas to inspire a deeper discussion: Building connections
Pleasant Grove Land Preservation & GPCF’s Unique Partnership
In 2024, the Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation (GPCF) stewarded a 600 acre gift of property with significant environmental and ecological benefit. This donation is a unique and effective partnership and the origin of the Pleasant Grove Land Preservation Inc (the donor) is a lesson in the power of strategic co-funding – a partnership among individuals who collectively work in pursuit
More than a giving account: building your charitable legacy
You might initially think of a donor-advised fund as a simple charitable savings account: contribute assets, immediately receive a tax deduction, and recommend grants to your favorite 501(c)(3) nonprofits over time. While that is certainly true, many people are surprised to learn just how flexible a donor-advised fund can be. For many donors, the creative use of donor-advised funds
Many happy returns: How to help your kids celebrate charitable giving
If you’ve ever considered charitable giving in lieu of gifts for your child’s birthday party, you are not alone! Lots of parents are encouraging their kids to request gifts to support local charities instead of presents. This could include collecting books for a children’s hospital, supplies for an animal shelter, or food for a local food bank. When a group
What type of donor are you—scattered, results-focused, just getting started, or deep into it already?
Even if you are new to charitable giving, you’ve likely discovered that there’s no single “right” way to approach making a difference. That’s not only normal—it’s a strength! Recent research reinforces what many donors already know intuitively: generosity looks different for everyone. Indeed, more than 80% of Americans report giving in some form, whether through financial contributions, volunteering, or civic
Calling it Splits: Charitable Assets in the Divorce Landscape
Throughout your career, you will likely help dozens of clients navigate the intersection of philanthropy and estate planning. While the focus is often on the creation of donor-advised funds or charitable remainder trusts, an increasingly relevant question for many advisors is: What happens to these assets in the event of a divorce? Given the rising importance of specialized roles in
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