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Donating Business Interests: Why a Fund at the Foundation Is the Ideal Recipient
Read more: Donating Business Interests: Why a Fund at the Foundation Is the Ideal RecipientMany wealthy individuals build their fortunes through regional business ownership, and with most business owners being charitably inclined, advisors should understand the benefits of donating closely-held business interests.
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More Questions than Answers: Pending Tax Legislation
Read more: More Questions than Answers: Pending Tax LegislationIt’s important to be aware of key components of the bill that could impact estate and financial planning.
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Donating Funds is Critical, Donating Time is Priceless
Read more: Donating Funds is Critical, Donating Time is PricelessOur Chief Executive Officer writes in Comstock’s about the importance of giving time — as well as money.
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From Festival to Fund: BENT Grants Fuel Filmmakers
Read more: From Festival to Fund: BENT Grants Fuel FilmmakersSupport for LGBTQ+ artists continues through new grants celebrating creative expression, visibility, and community.
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Community, Culture, and Giving During AANHPI Heritage Month
Read more: Community, Culture, and Giving During AANHPI Heritage MonthAPIs RISE Fund grants support visibility, wellness, and local leadership.
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A Mega Boost for Arden Arcade HART
Read more: A Mega Boost for Arden Arcade HARTA surprise $5,000 Mega Boost during Big Day of Giving turned a $50 gift into $5,050 for Arden Arcade HART.
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Philanthropy: A Marathon, Not a Sprint
Read more: Philanthropy: A Marathon, Not a SprintEven in uncertain times, philanthropy thrives as clients continue giving, with DAFs growing in popularity, tax changes on the horizon, and long-term strategies gaining traction.
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Better Alternative: Moving a Private Foundation to a DAF
Read more: Better Alternative: Moving a Private Foundation to a DAFWith private foundations growing, many families are shifting to Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) for easier management, tax benefits, and continued charitable impact.
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Charitable Remainder Trusts: What You Need to Know
Read more: Charitable Remainder Trusts: What You Need to KnowUnlock tax savings and create a lasting legacy with a Charitable Remainder Trust (CRT), the perfect solution for clients looking to donate assets, secure income, and maximize impact!
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Big Day of Giving 2025 Report to the Community
Read more: Big Day of Giving 2025 Report to the CommunityLooking back on an incredible day of generosity.
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Nonprofits Raise Over $13.8 Million on Big Day of Giving
Read more: Nonprofits Raise Over $13.8 Million on Big Day of GivingDuring the Sacramento Region Community Foundation’s Big Day of Giving, over 850 nonprofits in the Sacramento region raised more than $13.8 million.
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Findings Examine Food Insecurity in Yolo County
Read more: Findings Examine Food Insecurity in Yolo CountyThrough conversations with those tackling food access in Yolo County, a clear picture of strengths and challenges comes into focus.
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Seeds for the Future
Read more: Seeds for the FutureLike wildflowers, your clients’ private foundation management duties might grow larger than they ever anticipated.
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Cultivate Highlight: Justine Villanueva
Read more: Cultivate Highlight: Justine Villanueva“My Cultivate mentor and peers understand my joys and challenges of building a nonprofit from scratch, with the BIPOC communities of which we are all part,” Justine shared.
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Cultivate Highlight: Fatima Malik
Read more: Cultivate Highlight: Fatima Malik“I’m really thankful for Cultivate, because there’s no other space like it,” Fatima shared.