Succession planning: It’s not just for businesses 

Succession planning: It’s not just for businesses 

Many people think of succession planning as something only relevant to businesses or nonprofits. However, it’s equally important when considering the legacy you want to leave through philanthropy—including being intentional about what happens to your Funds at...
Back to school: Expanding support for education 

Back to school: Expanding support for education 

It’s time for back-to-school planning! If education is on your mind, you’re in good company. Charitable giving to education rose in 2024 to more than $58 billion! If education and related causes are important to you, the Wayne County Foundation can help you explore a...
Navigating new laws: Opportunities for 2025 

Navigating new laws: Opportunities for 2025 

It’s more important than ever to stay informed about how changes in the tax law may affect your charitable giving. The recently-passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) creates challenges as well as opportunities for structuring your philanthropic giving.  We...
Start with numbers: A case study for charitable clients

Start with numbers: A case study for charitable clients

As an estate planning, tax, or wealth advisor, you play a critical role in helping your clients maximize the impact of charitable giving while also optimizing tax benefits. Unfortunately, a 2023 survey found that only 19.2% of advisors regularly discuss charitable...
Tax legislation: What’s the latest?

Tax legislation: What’s the latest?

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act was signed into law by President Trump on July 4, 2025, after the House of Representatives approved the Senate’s changes to H.R. 1, which passed the House by a narrow margin in May.  The OBBBA, with nearly 900 pages of provisions,...