by Saginaw Community Foundation | Nov 19, 2014 | Blog, Uncategorized
Since 2006, individuals have been allowed to donate up to $100,000 from their IRAs to charities without having to record the distribution as taxable income. Individuals are able to begin taking distributions as early as age 59-1/2, but are required by federal law to...
by Saginaw Community Foundation | Nov 18, 2014 | Blog
Charitable Giving Means Generous Tax Savings for You From Raymond James & Associates, Inc. For many, giving back is a priority. Giving creates a positive change in people, institutions and communities. Plus it makes us feel good to know we can do our part to make...
by Saginaw Community Foundation | Nov 18, 2014 | Blog
If you are looking to get involved as a donor and do not know how to start, here are ten helpful tips: #1: Start with a local umbrella organization, like the Saginaw Community Foundation. Rather than focus on one cause, we support many causes, agencies and...
by Saginaw Community Foundation | Nov 14, 2014 | Blog
On November 10, 2014, the Mid-Michigan Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals honored local individuals, foundations and businesses by presenting awards as part of National Philanthropy Day. National Philanthropy Day is a special day set aside...
by Saginaw Community Foundation | Sep 23, 2014 | Blog, News Releases
Saginaw, Mich. – The Saginaw Community Foundation (SCF) granted $138,907 in the third quarter to support 20 programs and projects in the Great Lakes Bay Region via its administrative and competitive grant processes. “We strive to grant funds to support programs...
by Saginaw Community Foundation | Sep 19, 2014 | Blog
Saginaw Community Foundation is pleased to announce the acquisition of the largest single donation received in its 30-year history. A portion of the estate of the late Carl H., Jr. and Sandra Werth – an amount approaching nearly $7 million – will be used to establish...
