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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.

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 most effective charitable planning goes beyond one-time tax strategies. Increasingly, clients want their wealth to reflect their values, family priorities, and long-term legacy. Explore four recent articles highlighting why advisors should make philanthropy an ongoing part of financial and estate planning conversations—and the opportunities that approach can create.

As longtime supporters age, nonprofits may encounter situations that require extra care and attention. While most donor relationships remain straightforward, it's important to recognize potential signs of cognitive decline, undue influence, or financial exploitation. Explore five practical considerations for stewarding aging donors with empathy, respect, and sound judgment.

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.

For many couples, philanthropy reflects shared values, but in the event of divorce, it can introduce unexpected complexity. From community property rules to questions of control over charitable funds, proactive and collaborative planning is key. Engaging both partners early helps protect both financial outcomes and long-term philanthropic intent.

Mark your calendar for the 2026 Kitsap Great Give and join your community in giving back to the causes you love.

October is full of opportunities to engage clients in meaningful giving conversations. From DAF Day to National Estate Planning Week, Kitsap Community Foundation is here to support you and your clients with local expertise, personalized strategies, and tools to build lasting impact.

In today’s changing economy and tax landscape, thoughtful planning is essential for effective charitable giving. Whether you’re addressing year-end strategies, considering a complex asset gift, or updating your estate plan, Kitsap Community Foundation offers flexible tools and trusted guidance to help you achieve both financial and philanthropic goals.

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.

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.

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.

If you’ve noticed a surprising uptick in recent years among your younger clients investing in artwork, it is not your imagination! A survey of 1,007 U.S. high net worth individuals (each with at least $3 million in investable assets) found that 83% of respondents aged 43 and under said they currently own or would like to own art—compared with only 34% of those older than 43. Learn more about how this impacts your own assets.