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More donors are integrating charitable giving into broader financial and estate plans with guidance from trusted advisors. For nonprofits, this means communications must resonate beyond the donor alone. Clear messaging about impact, governance, and stewardship—paired with readiness to accept non-cash gifts—builds advisor confidence and helps advised donors move forward with generosity and purpose.

While impact stories explain why giving matters, timing often determines when donors act. Life events, tax planning, and moments of urgency all influence readiness to give. By aligning your communications with these natural decision points—and reducing friction around how to give—nonprofits can build trust, support donor decision-making, and strengthen fundraising efforts in 2026 and beyond.

Endowments are often discussed as tools for financial sustainability, but for many donors they also serve as powerful signals of trust. An endowment shows that an organization is planning for the long term, committed to strong stewardship, and prepared to carry its mission forward. When paired with clear governance and professional management, endowments can increase donor confidence and support meaningful legacy giving.

Many donors default to writing a check, not realizing they can give more efficiently with appreciated assets. Beyond publicly traded stock, donors may contribute business interests, real estate, QCDs, life insurance, and more. Kitsap Community Foundation provides the expertise to accept and manage these complex gifts, helping your organization expand giving options and strengthen its endowment with confidence.

As 2026 begins, tailor strategies for both affluent and entry-level donors. Major donors need personalized engagement and demonstrated impact, especially under new tax rules. At the same time, entry-level donors may increase giving thanks to new above-the-line deductions. Layered, diversified communication helps sustain support across all donor levels. KCF is here to help you build a resilient, inclusive fundraising strategy.

If your board feels uncertain about planned giving, they’re not alone. Kitsap Community Foundation can help by offering education, resources, and support—from presenting at board meetings to providing tools and guidance on complex gifts. With KCF as a partner, your organization can build confidence and move forward with a strong, sustainable planned giving strategy.

As year-end approaches, your final donor message is a powerful opportunity to inspire support for today’s priorities and your organization’s future. By showing donors the full range of ways they can give, demonstrating impact, and offering clear paths to contribute before December 31, you can close 2025 with confidence. KCF is here to help every step of the way.

With OBBBA’s new corporate giving limits taking effect in 2026, nonprofits may see shifts in how companies approach philanthropy. Focusing on purpose-driven businesses and framing support as strategic partnership can help sustain corporate engagement. The KCF team is ready to support your outreach and planning.

As year-end approaches, it’s essential to guide donors toward smart, timely giving—especially ahead of the 2026 charitable deduction changes. Remind supporters about the benefits of appreciated stock gifts, the value of QCDs for eligible donors, and the importance of early planning. Kitsap Community Foundation stands ready to support you and your donors every step of the way.

As year-end approaches, it’s more important than ever for nonprofits to strengthen their outreach. Fewer households are giving—but those who do are giving more strategically. By sharing your impact and inviting donors into your mission, you can inspire meaningful support that sustains your work and our community for the long term.

Across our region, nonprofits are working tirelessly to meet growing needs during times of uncertainty. Kitsap Community Foundation partners with you to highlight impact, engage donor-advised fund holders, and connect giving to timely tax advantages—all to ensure your organization stays strong and ready to serve our community, today and in the future.

Donors aged 70½ or older can make Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) directly from their IRAs to qualified charities—up to $108,000 in 2025—without raising taxable income. By understanding how QCDs work, your nonprofit can guide donors toward tax-smart giving that strengthens both their financial goals and your organization’s mission. The Kitsap Community Foundation team is here to help you navigate and promote this impactful opportunity.

This October, during National Estate Planning Awareness Week (October 20–26), take a few minutes to see how easy it can be for donors to create a will and include your organization in their plans. Through KCF’s partnership with FreeWill, local nonprofits have already secured more than $5 million in future gifts—ensuring vital missions continue for generations. Visit www.freewill.com/kitsapfoundation for tools and templates to help you share this opportunity with your support

Across the sector, donor bases are shrinking even as overall giving continues to rise—a sign of increasingly “top-heavy” philanthropy. Now is the time for nonprofits to emphasize impact, strengthen donor stewardship, and stay informed about evolving charitable planning strategies. Kitsap Community Foundation is honored to partner with organizations in adapting to this changing landscape and sustaining meaningful community support.

As the final quarter of 2025 begins, nonprofits are entering one of the most important giving seasons in recent years. Upcoming tax law changes create a time-sensitive opportunity for donors to maximize their philanthropic impact—whether through appreciated stock, Qualified Charitable Distributions, or increased giving before 2026. Kitsap Community Foundation is here to support your efforts and partner with you in inspiring generosity across our community.

While donor-advised funds sometimes raise concerns among nonprofits, they can play a valuable role in sustaining charitable support. Dollars in these funds are already dedicated to philanthropy, and their flexibility often encourages donors to give more consistently—and even at higher levels—over time.

The new One Big Beautiful Bill Act is changing how companies can deduct charitable gifts. Beginning in 2026, donations won’t be deductible until they exceed 1% of taxable income—while the 10% cap still applies. For nonprofits, this means planning ahead with corporate partners and exploring strategies to keep donor support and funding.

Nonprofits in our community are currently facing mounting pressures as inflation drives up operating costs, pandemic-era relief funds have expired, and demand for services continues to climb. KCF is honored to work with nonprofits to engage donors and sustain funding. This article lists strategies charities could employ during this time of transition.

KCF is excited to welcome Jo, bringing 24 years of nonprofit experience to strengthen local nonprofits, planned giving, and the Kitsap Great Give.