Donor News

02 Apr Charitable giving, due diligence, and how the community foundation can help

Posted at 15:50h in Donor News

Many people want to be thoughtful in their charitable giving, but that doesn’t always make the process easy. In fact, one of the most common challenges donors face is simply feeling confident in their decisions. With so many worthy organizations, urgent needs, and compelling opportunities,...

26 Mar Documentation is no joke and coffee is not milk: Two important tax rulings

Posted at 15:00h in Donor News

At the McPherson County Community Foundation, we want to help you make the most of your charitable giving. Recent court rulings offer an important reminder: when it comes to tax deductions for donations, good intentions alone are not enough. The IRS and the courts apply...

19 Mar Building your charitable plan, brick by brick

Posted at 15:07h in Donor News

Most of us can think of something we fully intend to do—someday. Organize the photos. Update the estate plan. Have that family meeting. Reboot the exercise routine. Charitable planning often falls into that same category. We hear from many generous people who care deeply about their...

19 Mar QCD’s A Smart Way to Lower Your Tax Bill and Support Charity

Posted at 14:45h in Donor News

We’re in the middle of tax season, and for those over age 73, the tax bill on a required minimum distribution (RMD) from an IRA may be raising questions. One option to consider, especially if you don’t need all of that distribution, is a Qualified...

12 Mar Why 2026 is different: Four tax-time reminders

Posted at 16:43h in Donor News

It’s tax season, which means it’s a terrific time to ensure that your charitable giving goals are on track. If you’ve already established a fund at the McPherson County Community Foundation, please reach out to discuss your charitable priorities for 2026 and beyond. If you’ve...

05 Mar Women and philanthropy: Impact across generations

Posted at 16:10h in Donor News

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...

26 Feb Worth a look: Charitable gifts of real estate

Posted at 15:37h in Donor News

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...

19 Feb What type of fund, or funds, is right for you?

Posted at 16:28h in Donor News

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...

12 Feb Eye on the storms: Keep giving

Posted at 14:41h in Donor News

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...

05 Feb Your charitable intentions: Plan to plan!

Posted at 15:46h in Donor News

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...