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Planning for the future means thinking about more than wills, trusts, and financial accounts. Your charitable intentions deserve a place in the conversation, too. Learn how documenting your giving goals early can provide clarity for family and advisors, preserve flexibility as circumstances change, and create a roadmap for carrying your generosity forward.

Private foundations can create meaningful family legacies, but over time, administrative responsibilities and changing family dynamics may make another approach worth considering. Explore how transitioning to a donor-advised fund at Kitsap Community Foundation can help families simplify charitable giving, involve future generations, and continue supporting the causes they care about.

A thoughtful estate plan involves more than creating a will. From beneficiary designations and retirement accounts to trusts and charitable funds, each piece should work together to reflect your wishes. In recognition of National Estate Planning Awareness Week, explore ways to incorporate charitable giving into a plan that supports the people, causes, and community you care about.

The Great Wealth Transfer is about more than passing assets from one generation to the next—it’s also an opportunity to pass along values. Explore how charitable giving, family conversations, donor-advised funds, and estate planning can help you create a legacy of generosity that engages future generations and extends far beyond a financial inheritance.

Life's biggest milestones can be an opportunity to reflect on what matters most. Whether you're approaching retirement, selling a business, receiving an inheritance, or experiencing another major financial event, thoughtful charitable planning can turn a moment of success into lasting impact. Explore ways to prepare your philanthropy before—or after—a significant milestone.

Year-end giving may feel far away, but now is the time to review your 2026 charitable plans. With changes to charitable deduction rules, strategies like “bunching” may help maximize tax benefits while maintaining consistent support for the causes you care about. Learn how a donor-advised fund can make this approach even more flexible.

It's National Make-A-Will Month. Create your free will in 20 minutes and support the causes you love, right here on the Kitsap Peninsula.

Join us for Community Conversations: Estate Planning 101, a free session on protecting the people, pets, and causes you love, presented by KCF's Tina O'Brien and Vanbridge's Jon Allen.

Your charitable giving plan should evolve as your life does. As family priorities, financial circumstances, and community needs change, it's worth taking time to revisit your philanthropic goals. Learn five questions to help ensure your giving continues to reflect your values and maximize your impact.

Many families hope to pass down more than financial assets; they want to instill generosity, compassion, and a commitment to community. The teenage years are an ideal time to begin those conversations. Explore 10 practical ways to help teens discover the joy of giving and build lifelong habits of philanthropy and civic engagement.

A donor-advised fund can simplify charitable giving, but where your fund is held matters. If you're looking for deeper local connections, philanthropic guidance, and greater community impact, transferring your donor-advised fund to Kitsap Community Foundation may be easier than you think. Learn how the process works in seven simple steps.

A donor-advised fund is more than a charitable giving account – it’s a flexible tool that can adapt to life’s milestones, support tax-efficient giving, and engage future generations in philanthropy. At Kitsap Community Foundation, donor-advised funds combine administrative simplicity with personalized local expertise, helping donors maximize their impact while supporting the causes and community they care about most.

Your attorney, CPA, and financial advisor each bring valuable expertise to your planning process—but charitable giving often benefits from a dedicated philanthropic partner, too. By connecting your advisors with Kitsap Community Foundation, you can create a more coordinated approach to achieving your financial, estate, and charitable goals while maximizing your impact in the community.

“Meeting the moment” means responding to today’s most pressing community needs while keeping long-term impact in mind. Many donors are taking a flexible, portfolio-based approach to philanthropy that balances immediate support, future legacy planning, and investments in community resilience. Kitsap Community Foundation helps donors create giving strategies that adapt to changing needs while strengthening our region for generations to come.

Estate planning is about more than passing down wealth — it’s about shaping the legacy you want to leave behind. As more families rethink traditional inheritance strategies, many are turning toward intentional local philanthropy, hands-on community involvement, and charitable planning tools that reflect their values. Kitsap Community Foundation is here to help you and your advisors build a plan that supports both your loved ones and the future of our region.

No two donors are exactly alike. Some give wherever needs arise, some focus on measurable impact, and others are building long-term charitable legacies. Kitsap Community Foundation works with donors at every stage of their philanthropic journey, helping individuals and families create giving strategies that reflect their values, goals, and vision for the Kitsap community.

Philanthropy is personal, and there’s no single “right” way to give. This month, we’re exploring how Kitsap Community Foundation helps donors connect their values, life experiences, and charitable goals to create lasting impact in our community. From donor-advised funds to legacy giving, we’re here to help you build a giving strategy that reflects what matters most to you.

Nonprofits play a vital role in sustaining the quality of life across our communities, especially during times of economic uncertainty when needs often increase. By taking a strategic approach to philanthropy—whether through direct support, flexible grantmaking, or legacy planning—donors can ensure their giving addresses both immediate challenges and long-term impact. Partnering with Kitsap Community Foundation offers a way to strengthen community resilience while staying con

The period right after tax season offers a valuable opportunity to reflect on charitable giving decisions while details are still fresh. From missed tax-saving strategies like donating appreciated assets or bunching contributions, to documentation gaps, many common regrets can be avoided with early planning. By taking a proactive approach and partnering with Kitsap Community Foundation, donors can align their giving more effectively with both their financial goals and their d

With so many worthy causes and organizations, it’s natural for donors to feel uncertain about where their giving can make the greatest impact. By providing local insight, due diligence, and strategic guidance, Kitsap Community Foundation helps donors move forward with confidence. The result is a more thoughtful, informed approach to philanthropy—one that aligns with personal values and creates meaningful, lasting change.