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A late-2025 change in USPS postmark procedures created unexpected complications for year-end charitable deductions. Because the IRS relies on postmark dates to substantiate mailed gifts, some contributions intended for 2025 may be treated as 2026 gifts. Advisors can help clients preserve documentation, shift to electronic giving methods, and consider tools such as donor-advised funds to reduce timing risk in future years.

Key 2026 tax adjustments—COLA increases, higher standard deductions, shifted brackets, expanded QCD limits, and new non-itemizer deductions—all influence charitable planning. Kitsap Community Foundation can help you guide clients toward tax-efficient giving strategies and ensure their philanthropy remains impactful and aligned with evolving rules.

As you guide clients through year-end planning, 2025 stands out as a pivotal year for charitable strategy. With significant OBBBA tax changes arriving in 2026, now is the time to help donors maximize the value of their contributions and consider tools like donor-advised funds or QCDs. Kitsap Community Foundation is here to support you and your clients in navigating these shifting rules with confidence.