It probably would not surprise you to learn that over 42% of Americans own an IRA. In many cases, IRAs–especially for people who have rolled over one or more employer retirement plans–represent a significant portion of a household’s net worth. When it comes to charitable...
National Estate Planning Awareness Week is just around the corner! Founded in 2008 and observed every year during the third full week of October, it’s a reminder that we all need to prepare for the inevitable. National Estate Planning Awareness Week is about drawing up...
There's just something about the cool air that the month of October brings. The excitement of little voices saying, “Trick or Treat”, the baseball playoffs, menu planning for Thanksgiving and even Christmas shopping for those too eager to wait. However, for many it is also...
As you’re looking ahead to year-end giving, you’re likely thinking about transferring cash, or ideally appreciated stock, to your donor-advised fund so that you can maximize tax benefits and support the charities you love. And absolutely, a donor-advised fund can be a fabulous component of...
The McPherson County Community Foundation and the Moundridge Foundation have announced their grant recipients for October 2024. This cycle the Foundation released over $97,000 to organizations across the county. These distributions came from four different community funds. This cycle also includes the addition of grants released...
MCPHERSON, KAN. ---- The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) regular and adult learning scholarship application processes will officially open on Nov. 15. Requirements of scholarships will vary, but general applications will be accepted from all students in McPherson County. The change to the time frame of...
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Inman Elementary has completed their renovation of a dedicated science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics room. This room was completed in part thanks to the Jill Larson Educational Memorial fund and other donors. [gallery size="full" ids="5854,5855,5856,5857,5858,5859,5860,5861,5862,5863,5864,5865"]...
The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) is honored to serve at the center of your philanthropy. Whether you’ve established a donor-advised or other type of fund, arranged for a bequest to a fund or to the Foundation itself, or both, our team strives to help...
The David J. Nutt Fund will be sponsoring the Street Dance in Lindsborg. The event will be taking place on Saturday, Sept. 21 beginning at 7:30 p.m. This sponsorship will cover the cost of the band King Midas and the Muflers. 2024 marks a landmark for...