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Legacy, Stewardship, and Planned Giving: Let's Get Clear on the Terms
Jargon like "planned giving" and "stewardship" can be confusing for donors and board members. We break down these key charitable terms to help you build clearer, stronger relationships with your supporters in our area.

Tina O'Brien
Mar 232 min read


Your Planned Giving Partner: 5 Ways KCF Can Help Your Nonprofit
We want to be more than just a place to hold funds; we want to be your strategic partner in growth. From handling complex gifts to educating your board, discover five ways we help Kitsap nonprofits secure their long-term future.

Lillian Xie
Mar 235 min read


Eye on the storms: Keep giving
When life feels uncertain, itâs natural to reassess your financial plansâincluding charitable giving. The choice is rarely all-or-nothing. Often, the most thoughtful approach is to adjust the pace, focus, or structure of your giving so it remains both meaningful and sustainable. Kitsap Community Foundation is here to help you explore flexible options that align with your values and current circumstances.

Tina O'Brien
Feb 112 min read


Your charitable intentions: Plan to plan!
Even the most thoughtful charitable plans can drift out of sync over time as families, advisors, and priorities change. Periodic check-ins help ensure that your documents, beneficiary designations, and intentions still align. An annual review with Kitsap Community Foundation can bring clarity, peace of mind, and confidence that your giving will have lasting impact.

Tina O'Brien
Feb 112 min read


Planned giving: Overcoming board membersâ skepticism
If your board feels uncertain about planned giving, theyâre not alone. Kitsap Community Foundation can help by offering education, resources, and supportâfrom presenting at board meetings to providing tools and guidance on complex gifts. With KCF as a partner, your organization can build confidence and move forward with a strong, sustainable planned giving strategy.

Tina O'Brien
Jan 63 min read


Make-A-Will Month: Opportunities to grow your endowment
Every August, National Make-A-Will Month sparks important conversations about planning for the future. For nonprofits, itâs a chance to encourage donors to complete or update estate plans, explore legacy giving, and highlight the power of endowment gifts. By connecting wills with lasting impact, you can inspire supporters to include your mission in their plansâhelping sustain your work for generations to come.

Tina O'Brien
Aug 24, 20253 min read


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

Tina O'Brien
Jul 18, 20251 min read


Run, donât walk: Why planned giving canât wait
Planned giving canât waitâhelp donors create a legacy today while protecting their current finances through future-focused gifts.

Lillian Xie
May 29, 20251 min read


Keep going: Tips to inspire your planned giving efforts
Planned giving isn't just for laterâit builds long-term strength for your nonprofit. Here are simple, smart tips to help you stay motivated.

Tina O'Brien
Apr 29, 20253 min read


Five reasons your planned giving strategy should include corporate executives
Include corporate execs in your planned giving strategy! Discover five reasons why theyâre key to boosting your endowment.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Nov 20, 20242 min read


Planned giving and big gifts go hand in hand
Unlock the potential of planned giving and large gifts for your nonprofit. Learn how to attract big donations and boost your endowment!

Kitsap Community Foundation
Sep 9, 20242 min read


"Planned Giving": Do your donors get it?
It's common practice for fundraisers and philanthropy professionals to use the term "planned giving," but do your donors know what you mean?

Kitsap Community Foundation
May 6, 20242 min read


Planned giving playbook: Undeveloped land launches a legacy
The KCF team provides a detailed example of how a complex gift comes to life and how you and your team can seize the opportunity.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Apr 24, 20245 min read


Planned giving pointers
As you build your charitable plans for 2024, check out our tax-savvy planned giving techniques.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Jan 18, 20242 min read


Itâs never too early to plant seeds for planned giving
Plan your planned giving strategies accordingly with some sample language.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Jan 18, 20243 min read
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