All that and more: Your donor advised fund may surprise you

All that and more: Your donor advised fund may surprise you

You might initially think of a donor advised fund as a simple charitable savings account: contribute assets, immediately receive a tax deduction, if eligible, and recommend grants to your favorite 501(c)(3) nonprofits over time. While that is certainly true, many...
A moment to meet: Philanthropy’s crucial role

A moment to meet: Philanthropy’s crucial role

Over the last several years, communities across the country, including our own region, have faced moments of enormous challenge, from natural disasters and economic uncertainty to housing shortages and growing mental health needs. Increasingly, the Wayne County...
Rare but useful: Planning with charitable lead trusts 

Rare but useful: Planning with charitable lead trusts 

“Charitable lead trust” is far from a household word, and you might not run across the need for one very often in your practice. However, they sure do come in handy in certain client situations. At the Wayne County Foundation, we are happy...