Foundation Publication Archive

If you’ve supported a particular charitable organization for many years, and perhaps even served on its board of directors, you are likely familiar with some basic concepts of “trust-based philanthropy,” even if you didn’t know that’s what it is called.  As a...

At the Wayne County Foundation, we are honored to talk with donors and fund holders every single day about favorite causes and how best to support those causes, whether through a donor-advised fund, an unrestricted gift to the Foundation, a legacy gift or to establish...

If your email inbox—and even your actual mailbox—is any indication, year-end must be right around the corner! You’ve likely already started to get reminders, tax tips, charitable giving strategies, and appeals from organizations you care about. It can be a lot! The...