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Sudden life changes: Charitable giving can help clients get through it
Major life transitions—divorce, loss, retirement, business change—often reshape financial plans in unexpected ways. In these moments, charitable planning can help clients move from reactive decision-making to values-based action. Whether through a donor-advised, designated, or field-of-interest fund, Kitsap Community Foundation partners with advisors to turn difficult seasons into meaningful, forward-looking strategies that reflect purpose and community impact.

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


QCDs: It’s time to get loud!
Donors aged 70½ or older can make Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) directly from their IRAs to qualified charities—up to $108,000 in 2025—without raising taxable income. By understanding how QCDs work, your nonprofit can guide donors toward tax-smart giving that strengthens both their financial goals and your organization’s mission. The Kitsap Community Foundation team is here to help you navigate and promote this impactful opportunity.

Lillian Xie
Nov 4, 20252 min read


Advancing your purpose: Considerations for a philanthropic retirement
Discover how charitable planning in retirement can deepen your purpose, involve your family, and build a lasting legacy with Kitsap Community Foundation.

Lillian Xie
Jul 30, 20253 min read


Managing 401(k) drops: Lemonade from lemons
Managing 401(k) drops? Turn market dips into opportunities by encouraging donors to name your nonprofit as an IRA beneficiary.

Tina O'Brien
May 29, 20252 min read


Doubling down: More good in your retirement years
Ready to make a bigger impact in retirement? Learn how KCF can help you give wisely, engage your family, and support your community.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Dec 17, 20242 min read


Advising the charitable millionaire next door
Unlock tax-efficient philanthropy: Learn how deploying retirement accounts towards charitable goals benefits your clients and their legacies

Kitsap Community Foundation
Jun 20, 20242 min read


Retirement strategies: Tax benefits and beyond
Retirement and charitable giving continue to be intertwined.

Kitsap Community Foundation
Oct 12, 20232 min read
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