Philanthropy snapshot: A global priority with local impact
Philanthropy snapshot: A global priority with local impact Summertime can mean vacations, travel, a slower (or at least different) pace, and time to reflect. This year, our team is thinking quite a bit about the significant role of philanthropy across the world and how that widespread enthusiasm drives so much energy for charitable giving right […]
Six for the summer: Mid-year reminders about charitable giving
Six for the summer: Mid-year reminders about charitable giving Welcome to summer! We’ve put together six tips to keep in mind as you plan your charitable giving for the coming months, years, and even decades. As always, the team at The Community Foundation is happy to be a resource! Donate appreciated stock to your […]
Donor-advised fund do’s and don’ts
Donor-advised fund do’s and don’ts A donor-advised fund is one of many types of funds you can establish at The Community Foundation. Field-of-interest funds, designated funds, unrestricted funds, and scholarship funds are also popular and can make a big difference in the community while also fulfilling your goals for tax and charitable planning. If you’ve […]
Celebrate variety: Many assets make great gifts to charity
Celebrate variety: Many assets make great gifts to charity When your client is getting ready to make a contribution to a fund at The Community Foundation or other charity, remind them not to automatically reach for the checkbook! Here are other (and typically more tax-savvy) options to consider. Marketable securities Gifts of long-term appreciated stock […]
What’s bubbling up: Need-to-know updates on the proposed donor-advised fund regulations
What’s bubbling up: Need-to-know updates on the proposed donor-advised fund regulations The Community Foundation is committed to providing timely updates on legal and policy developments to help you and other professionals who advise philanthropic clients stay on top of best practices in charitable planning. In that spirit, donor-advised funds and the rules governing these vehicles […]
In the business of giving
In the business of giving If you’re a business owner, odds are you already give back to your community. Like many charitably-minded people, your business likely sponsors events, makes in-kind donations, and donates cash to favorite organizations. Many local business owners work with The Community Foundation to give back to the community where they built […]
Getting creative: Three ways to support education
Getting creative: Three ways to support education It’s graduation season, and that means education may be on your mind! The Community Foundation can help you make a difference in the lives of young people by funding education. Certainly establishing a scholarship fund at The Community Foundation is one way to accomplish this goal. But that’s […]
Charitable planning: Keep your advisors informed
Charitable planning: Keep your advisors informed The team at The Community Foundation is honored to be your “go-to” resource for all components of your philanthropy. We enjoy talking regularly with individuals, families, and businesses about goals for charitable giving, tax strategies, ways to support favorite nonprofits, getting children and grandchildren involved in the community, leaving […]
Estate planning: Your kids … and your community
Estate planning: Your kids … and your community As you contemplate your legacy and adjust your estate plan over the years, it’s natural to focus on your children and family as the primary beneficiaries in your will and trust. If you’re like an increasing number of charitably-minded individuals, though, you might find that your perspectives […]
Four FAQs to help you establish an endowment
Four FAQs to help you establish an endowment or Forever Fund Many community-minded individuals have served on the boards of directors of charitable organizations in our region. If you’ve served on a charity’s board (or several!), you are no doubt familiar with the concept of an endowment. Many charities establish endowment funds and reserve funds […]
Gifts of appreciated stock: Let the numbers do the talking
Gifts of appreciated stock: Let the numbers do the talking No matter how frequently you remind clients to pause before they automatically reach for the checkbook to make their charitable gifts, many clients still give cash! As an attorney, accountant, or financial advisor, you are well aware that giving long-term appreciated assets is often one […]
Position Opening: Accounting Assistant
The Community Foundation of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County is searching for an Accounting Assistant. For full information, visit our EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES page.
