Donating Cryptocurrency to Charity
By Colleen Hill, CAP Vice President of Development & Donor Services It's been over a decade since Bitcoin entered the scene as the first decentralized cryptocurrency, but digital currency is…
CFHZ’s Individually Managed Accounts Program
CFHZ Individually Managed Accounts Program We know that as advisors your highest priority is getting to know your clients' unique financial goals, and that you work hard to help your…
Honoring National Estate Planning Awareness Week
In 2008, House Resolution 1499 to establish National Estate Planning Awareness Week was adopted to help the public understand that careful estate planning can greatly assist Americans in preserving assets…
Gifts of Real Estate
Opportunities for significant tax benefits are often missed by donors who perceive a charitable gift of real estate to be an overwhelming process. However, real estate may be an ideal…
IRA Qualified Charitable Distributions: FAQ and ANSWERS
If you are 70 1/2 or older, planning to make gifts to charity this year, and you have an IRA you may want to consider a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD). To…
2021 Charitable Giving Considerations
Charitable giving incentives included in The CARES Act have been extended. This may be the perfect time to connect with your clients to share a few charitable giving updates that…
Tips for Smart Year End Giving in 2020
For many, this time of year inspires gratitude and generosity. At the Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area, we are grateful for the community we serve and the many generous…
Why an IRA is an even more appealing gift to charity following the SECURE Act
The Secure Act (Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement) took effect on January 1, 2020, and as a result an IRA may be an even more favorable gift to…
FAQ: How Much Should I Leave to Charity?
The Community Foundation works with hundreds of families to manage their charitable estate plans. I am sharing some of the most frequently asked questions we receive from donors and how…
Learn More About CFHZ Charitable Estate Management
CFHZ Office, 2019 Our Charitable Estate Management services allow you to create a highly customized plan for the charitable portion of your estate — making things simple for your estate…