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Tax-deductible, tax-exempt, and need-to-know nuances
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As the year comes to a close, many donors are revisiting what qualifies as a tax-deductible gift. The Kitsap Community Foundation can help you navigate the distinctions between nonprofit and tax-exempt organizations so your giving is both effective and aligned with your goals. Whether or not your contributions qualify for a deduction, what matters most is the good they do in our community.

Jo Delaney
Nov 62 min read


Rare but powerful “charitable exits”: Know it when you see it
Advisors can help business-owner clients make a greater impact—and reduce taxes—by donating shares of a closely held company to a donor-advised fund before a sale, called a charitable exit. Kitsap Community Foundation partners with advisors to structure these gifts, ensuring compliance, maximizing benefits, and supporting meaningful philanthropy that lasts well beyond the transaction.

Tina O'Brien
Nov 63 min read


Washington State now has the highest estate tax in the nation
As 2025 draws to a close, it’s a good time to take stock of your charitable giving strategy. Recent state and federal tax changes may have important implications for your philanthropy and estate plans. Our team at Kitsap Community Foundation is here to collaborate with you and your professional advisors to ensure your charitable giving remains thoughtful, tax-wise, and aligned with your goals for impact.

Tina O'Brien
Oct 172 min read


Legal developments: We’re watching!
KCF offers expert guidance on charitable giving, tracking legal changes, and providing diverse fund options to meet your clients' goals.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Jun 20, 20242 min read


What’s bubbling up: Need-to-know updates on the proposed donor-advised fund regulations
Last November, the Treasury released proposed regulations related to donor-advised funds,

Kitsap Community Foundation
May 28, 20242 min read


News from Washington: An update on donor-advised funds
Stay informed with updates on IRS proposed regulations for donor-advised funds.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Mar 19, 20241 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


A quick note about what's up at the IRS
The team at Kitsap Community Foundation is tracking the IRS’s proposed regulations concerning donor-advised funds.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Feb 15, 20241 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


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
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