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Gifts of appreciated stock: Let the numbers do the talking
Consider showing clients - using numbers and examples - that it really is better to support favorite charities by giving appreciated assets.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Apr 8, 20244 min read


Donor-advised funds: Recommended reading
We’re sharing recent developments related to donor-advised funds and offering suggested reading materials to help you stay informed.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Mar 19, 20242 min read


Fund types tailored to your client’s charitable goals
Each philanthropic client’s goals are unique, and charitable planning is not a one-size-fits-all proposition.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Mar 19, 20243 min read


Tax return reviews help clients level up charitable giving plans
Reviewing tax returns with a client can feel like an administrative task that needs to get done. But don’t overlook the value...

Kitsap Community Foundation
Mar 19, 20242 min read


Tips for serving clients who love local
Local giving is frequently on your clients’ radar. KCF is here to help client's maximize gifts to local organizations.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Feb 15, 20242 min read


Use caution when advising clients about donating works of art
As tax season gets into full swing, remember that KCF is a resource for both straightforward and complex charitable giving issues.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Feb 15, 20241 min read


Psst: Don’t forget about charitable lead trusts
Consider a Charitable Lead Trust (CLT) for strategic giving. KCF can help assess its potential benefits for your client's financial plan.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Feb 15, 20241 min read


FAQs: A snapshot of clients’ tax-time charitable giving questions
Tax season questions on charitable giving? We've got you covered. From deductibility to non-cash gifts, KCF is here to help.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Feb 15, 20242 min read


Tax law twists and turns: Five developments impacting charitable giving
We’re sharing five of the hottest topics that could impact the way you work with your philanthropic clients.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Jan 18, 20243 min read


Unrestricted giving, the trust factor, and why it matters to your clients
Diversifying charitable giving portfolios by adding unrestricted giving components to partnerships with KCF.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Jan 18, 20242 min read


Big gifts, bullish portfolios, and kids who move away
Suggestions for how to spot potential charitable planning opportunities within your client base.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Jan 18, 20242 min read


Philanthropy keeps your clients sticky
Preventing client attrition across generations.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Dec 6, 20233 min read


Charitable giving tips for clients’ golden years
Be sure you're familiar with the various charitable giving techniques that are most appealing to retirees and the various ways we can help.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Dec 6, 20232 min read


By the numbers: What’s around the corner in 2024
We break down IRS increases and what they mean for your clients' charitable giving plans and how we can help.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Dec 6, 20232 min read


Philanthropy tips and trends
Keep an eye on developing news in the philanthropic sector.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Nov 13, 20231 min read


Life insurance: A key charitable planning tool for certain clients
Don’t overlook life insurance as an effective charitable giving tool for certain clients under certain circumstances.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Nov 13, 20232 min read


Tips for clients’ year-end giving
Keep a punch list handy for your upcoming meetings with your philanthropic clients.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Nov 13, 20233 min read


Charitable planning and women clients: Three mini-case studies
Your women clients will appreciate your awareness of what’s going on in the marketplace. We’re offering tips for your conversations.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Oct 16, 20232 min read


Spotting opportunity: Moving from a commercial fund to Kitsap Community Foundation
Moving donor-advised funds to KCF from a national financial institution provider is not only easy, but also is a far better fit.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Oct 16, 20232 min read


Clients want to know: What’s deductible and what’s not?
Clients might not always realize that “nonprofit” does not necessarily mean “charitable” in the eyes of the IRS.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Oct 16, 20232 min read
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