Apr 20, 2026 | blog, donor stories
Pat Brinker was a devoted wife, mother, teacher, and volunteer who believed that education could change the course of a young person’s life. She once shared with us that, on paydays, as she was on her way home from teaching, she would stop at the bank and make a...
Oct 23, 2025 | blog, donor knowledge hub
Estate planning is one of the most heartfelt decisions a person can make. It’s an expression of what we care about, who we want to lift up, and the impact we hope will continue long after our lifetime. At IECF, we have the honor of walking alongside donors who...
Oct 7, 2025 | blog, donor knowledge hub
Over the years, our team has talked with a lot of people who are surprised to learn that they can set up such a wide variety of charitable giving vehicles at IECF, including legacy gifts as well as lifetime giving vehicles such as donor-advised funds. What’s more,...
Oct 7, 2025 | blog, donor knowledge hub
With only a few months left in 2025, it is important to evaluate your philanthropy sooner rather than later. Recently passed tax laws may throw a curveball into the financial planning strategies you’ve set in motion with your advisors. Here are six tips to help you...
