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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.

A will is only one piece of an estate plan. National Estate Planning Awareness Week gives nonprofits another, different, opportunity to talk with donors about legacy giving. Here's a simple five-point plan to make the most of the week without needing a formal planned giving program.

The Great Wealth Transfer is about more than passing assets from one generation to the next—it’s also an opportunity to pass along values. Explore how charitable giving, family conversations, donor-advised funds, and estate planning can help you create a legacy of generosity that engages future generations and extends far beyond a financial inheritance.

Make-A-Will Month is an opportunity for nonprofits to start meaningful conversations about legacy giving. With charitable bequests on the rise and the Great Wealth Transfer underway, now is the time to make planned giving more visible and accessible. Explore practical ways to engage donors, share stories, and build relationships that can sustain your mission for generations.

It's National Make-A-Will Month. Create your free will in 20 minutes and support the causes you love, right here on the Kitsap Peninsula.

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.

Giving reached a record $617.2 billion in 2025, but the real story lies beneath the headline. Rising bequests, the growth of donor-advised funds, and the beginning of the Great Wealth Transfer are reshaping philanthropy. Learn what these national trends mean for Kitsap nonprofits, and the practical steps organizations can take today to strengthen fundraising for the future.

The new year inspires reflection and planning, making it an ideal moment to help donors and volunteers protect what matters most. Through Kitsap Community Foundation’s free will-creation tool, your community can create or update a will in just 20 minutes. It’s a simple, supportive way to offer peace of mind while strengthening long-term well-being and charitable impact.

August is Make-A-Will Month! Use this opportunity to promote planned giving with free templates, sample language, and tools from Kitsap Community Foundation.

Consider gifting your home to Kitsap Community Foundation this Make-A-Will Month. Discover how your home can benefit the community!

Encourage donors to review estate plans and include your endowment fund in bequests. August is national Make-A-Will Month!