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Philanthropy is for everyone: Three tips for young adults
At Kitsap Community Foundation, we are honored to work with individuals and families across generations to achieve meaningful charitable goals. Younger donors are bringing new energy to philanthropy, often focusing on causes rather than specific organizations and pairing giving with civic engagement. Our team is here to support families in building charitable plans that reflect these evolving priorities while strengthening community impact.

Lillian Xie
Sep 142 min read


Too many acronyms - breaking down common tax questions after the OBBBA
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act left Qualified Charitable Distributions largely untouched, but their value for clients is greater than ever. For individuals 70½ and older, QCDs remain a straightforward way to give, lowering taxable income while supporting the causes they care about. As new deduction rules take effect in 2026, QCDs will be an important strategy to help clients align tax efficiency with meaningful charitable impact.

Tina O'Brien
Sep 112 min read


Floor to ceiling: Four factors that will influence corporate giving now and later
In 2026, new rules will limit deductions to corporate gifts above 1% of taxable income, with the 10% cap still in place. Reviewing strategies now can help businesses continue meeting philanthropic goals while adapting to these changes.

Lillian Xie
Sep 102 min read


One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Three big picture pointers
With the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, charitable planning has entered a new era. Key changes include a floor and cap on itemized deductions beginning in 2026, as well as an elevated standard deduction in 2025. Advisors should encourage clients to act now on strategies such as bunching gifts, donating appreciated stock, and utilizing IRA distributions—while keeping an eye on the inevitability of future tax reforms.

Tina O'Brien
Sep 102 min read


Good news about donor-advised funds
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.

Lillian Xie
Sep 92 min read


Engaging corporate donors in the OBBBA era
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.

Tina O'Brien
Sep 92 min read


Three tips for tough times
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.

Tina O'Brien
Sep 92 min read


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

Tina O'Brien
Aug 281 min read


Timing is everything: Mapping out clients’ 2025 charitable giving plans
It’s never been easy to navigate the ever-shifting tax rules to help clients structure charitable gifts, and now it’s even trickier. Major changes under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), signed into law on July 4, 2025, are creating complexity, opportunity, and, for some, urgency. Learn about how it impacts charitable deductions.

Tina O'Brien
Aug 283 min read


Quiet types: Spotting clients who prefer to give anonymously
At Kitsap Community Foundation, we’re dedicated to helping your clients achieve their charitable goals. We’re honored to serve as your trusted resource for tax-efficient giving strategies, help your clients maximize their charitable impact, and support your clients as they build lasting philanthropic legacies.

Lillian Xie
Aug 282 min read
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