March is Women’s History Month, and it’s a great time to check in on the increasing role of women in philanthropy. At the McPherson County Community Foundation, we are honored to work with women across multiple generations, such as: –A retired executive supporting MCCF initiatives with...
If you’re thinking about making a charitable gift, you may not realize that real estate can be one of your most powerful options. Real estate is the largest asset class in the world, yet only a small percentage of charitable giving involves property. That’s often because...
At the McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF), we know that charitable giving is deeply personal—and that choosing the right tools matters just as much as choosing the causes you care about. Whether you are considering establishing your first fund with MCCF or considering adding another fund...
Uncertain times often cause people to pause and reassess. Whether the uncertainty comes from markets, employment changes, health concerns, or the general feeling that the world is unpredictable, it is natural to wonder what this means for your financial plan. For many donors, that uncertainty...
Many individuals and families spend a great deal of time setting up a charitable plan they feel good about. For example, they establish a donor-advised or other type of fund at the McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF), update IRA beneficiary designations so that the fund...
Even in an era when term life insurance policies may appear to dominate, many people still hold whole life, variable life, or universal life insurance policies. In many cases, when the original need for a policy goes away (e.g., children become independent or other assets...
Many people approach a new year with a genuine desire to be more intentional about their charitable giving. They know they want to make a difference, align their generosity with their values, and perhaps even involve their families—but they are often unsure where to begin....
At the McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF), we are honored to serve as your home for charitable giving. Whether you support a wide range of charitable organizations in our community and across the country, focus your giving on a few favorite local causes, collaborate with...
Many people without children wonder how their legacy will take shape. Rather than focusing on biological heirs, they often find freedom to channel their resources, time, and values toward the broader community. Indeed, Americans over age 50 without children are more than four times as...
As someone who cares deeply about our community, you already understand how important charitable giving is to improving the quality of life. Every year, Americans give nearly 2% of our nation’s GDP to charitable causes—a remarkable level of generosity that supports more than a million...