Fourth quarter jitters: Charitable giving tips to reduce your stress
You are not alone if you begin to feel a little anxious when November rolls around. Many people experience year-end stress, whether because of looming deadlines at work, tax-related estate planning cut-off dates, anticipating a busy holiday season of travel and social engagements, or simply the realization that another year is coming to a close […]
Do good, feel better: Philanthropy through the lens of well-being
Philanthropy means “love of humanity”—and, according to some, “philanthropy” includes acts that benefit both the giver and the receiver. This is surprising to some people who have been taught “it’s better to give than to receive.” Somehow we have popularized the idea that giving should “hurt.” But that is not what the research says. Consider […]
How Planned Giving Helps You Plan for Your Organization’s Future
You and your team are well aware that bequests to your organization can make a huge difference to your bottom line. With the average size of a bequest reported to total more than $78,000, it’s easy to see how the numbers can add up quickly. Still, focusing on planned giving is hard. You and your […]
100 Years of Giving through the J. B. White Foundation Fund
Historic Financial Ledgers of the J. B. White Fund Managed by the Community Foundation of the CSRA Gifted to the Augusta-Richmond County Public Library System’s Special Collections AUGUSTA, Ga. (September 15, 2023) — The Augusta-Richmond County Public Library System announces a gift of historic importance from the Community Foundation of the CSRA. The gift consists […]
Book Drive: Increasing Access for All
Do you have any new or gently used books laying around? RISE Augusta is collecting books for ALL ages to help stock their Little Free Library locations across Richmond County. Little Free Library book-sharing boxes are open seven days a week, 24 hours a day, and are freely accessible to all, removing barriers to book access. To […]
Are You Making These Mistakes in Your Grant Application?
No one wants their grant proposal to be rejected for something they could have easily fixed. Avoid these red flags when applying for your next grant. After your have enhanced your grant writing skills, put them to use by applying for some grants. Visit Other Grant Opportunities and apply.
Next Generation Giving – Tips for Teaching Children About Philanthropy
Over the years, you’ve probably taught your young children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews lessons along the lines of “share and share alike” and “better to give than to receive.” But how do you transition these lessons into more concrete instruction about charitable giving, without risking the youngest members of your family becoming overwhelmed or bored? […]
It’s (Always) a Great Time to Review Your Estate Plan and Legacy Gifts
Don’t forget that August is National Make-A-Will month. Even if your estate planning documents are already in place, this is still a good time to review your will, trust, and beneficiary designations to ensure that they still capture your financial and family situation, as well as your intentions. It’s hard not to be inspired by […]
IMPACTED Networking Event
Purpose IMPACTED is a networking series for nonprofit leaders designed to increase general organizational awareness, identify collaborative opportunities and build leadership capacity among peers. Offered bi-monthly, these 1-hour sessions will provide fellowship and connection along with a “small talk” covering various topics from guest speakers. Schedule Sessions will be held on the 2nd Tuesday of […]
The CFCSRA Team Attends GA Foundation Summit
The team of the Community Foundation for the CSRA attended a two-day summit with other Community Foundations in the state of Georgia. Two days of collaborating, sharing and learning: each Foundation is different; however, we are all on the mission to improve our communities through philanthropy. Enjoy this quick video.