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Why Charitable Giving Conversations Matter More Under the OBBA

Why Charitable Giving Conversations Matter More Under the OBBA

If you’re in an advisory role, you’re probably already familiar with the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and how it can impact clients. You’ve probably read the updates and summaries… Read More


Why Advisors Should Keep CLATs on the Radar

Why Advisors Should Keep CLATs on the Radar

Charitable lead trusts are not exactly everyday planning tools. Many advisors may go years without a client situation that calls for one. Still, when the right facts line up, a… Read More


Serving Charitable Clients Across Every Stage of Wealth

Serving Charitable Clients Across Every Stage of Wealth

Advisors are used to the world of charitable giving changing, but something interesting is happening now. It’s changing in two distinct directions at one time. High-net-worth… Read More


A Case Study in Charitable Planning During Market Volatility

A Case Study in Charitable Planning During Market Volatility

Market uncertainty has a way of shifting client conversations. Even when portfolios remain solid, the tone often changes—questions become more cautious, and decisions feel more deliberate. For advisors,… Read More


Building a Donor Pipeline Starts With Your Volunteers

Building a Donor Pipeline Starts With Your Volunteers

There is a strong passion for volunteering out there, especially in the younger generations. In fact, nearly 80% of people between 12 and 25… Read More


When Good Intentions Aren’t Enough: Lessons from Two Tax Court Cases

When Good Intentions Aren’t Enough: Lessons from Two Tax Court Cases

The Athens Area Community Foundation is about giving, but we also focus on how important attorneys, accountants, and financial advisors are to the charitable landscape. As part of that, we… Read More


How Women Are Shaping the Future of Philanthropy

How Women Are Shaping the Future of Philanthropy

Community foundations have the privilege of working with individuals, families, and businesses who are deeply committed to supporting charitable causes. Across generations and backgrounds, philanthropy continues to play an important… Read More


Endowments and Trust: More Connected Than You Think

Endowments and Trust: More Connected Than You Think

Usually, when nonprofits talk about endowments, the focus is on their sustainability. Since endowments generate annual distributions, they provide predictable support that can help organizations deal with any unpredictable fundraising… Read More


A Fresh Look at Charitable Gifts of Real Estate

A Fresh Look at Charitable Gifts of Real Estate

Real estate is the largest asset class in the world, yet only a small percentage of charitable giving each year involves property. Many advisors and donors know it is possible… Read More


The Fierce Urgency of Now: Our Time to Trust and Give

The Fierce Urgency of Now: Our Time to Trust and Give

Last December, I was in an all-day training, ready to wrap up when the trainer’s final words made me sit up straighter. “We all have two gifts we can give,”… Read More