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Donor-Advised Funds: Flexible, Tax-Friendly, and Just the Beginning
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 your clients achieve both their financial and philanthropic goals. A donor-advised fund at the community foundation is not only useful as a standalone tool, but even more importantly, it can
Good News About Donor-Advised Funds
Three fundamental concepts are important to gaining a better understanding of how donor-advised funds work at the community foundation. Many options are available at GPCF. It’s important to note that a donor-advised fund is just one of many types of funds that an individual, family, or business can establish with GPCF. You’re likely more aware of donor-advised funds than other
Keep going: Why Donor-Advised Funds Are Still Essential
The end of 2025 brought a whirlwind of charitable planning activity since many taxpayers wanted to maximize the tax benefits of their charitable donations before the 0.5% “floor” and 35% “cap” on charitable deductions kicked in on January 1, 2026. Donor-advised funds remain a highly relevant and strategic tool for your clients. Fundamentally, regardless of tax benefits, your clients’ charitable
Celebrating the causes you love
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
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