Countdown to 2026: 10 tips for charitable giving
At IECF, we are honored to work with you and so many other families, individuals, and businesses to help organize your charitable giving and support favorite charities that make a difference in our community. As the year winds down, keep these 10 tips in mind:...
Donor-advised funds: Bunching, abundance, and flexibility
Many people establish a donor-advised fund at IECF to simplify their giving, stay organized, and even engage the next generation in philanthropy. And, for some families, 2025 is the year when the donor-advised fund takes on an even bigger role in aligning charitable...
Tax-deductible, tax-exempt, and need-to-know nuances
As year-end approaches, your thoughts might naturally turn to charitable giving—both as a way to support favorite causes and to make the most of available tax benefits. Recent changes in the tax laws have caused many people to reflect on their own understanding of the...


