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Why Choose a Donor Advised Fund at a Community Foundation?
Why a Donor Advised Fund at a Community Foundation May Be the Best Giving Decision You Make A donor advised fund (DAF) is one of the easiest and most flexible ways to support the causes you care about. It allows you to make a charitable contribution, receive an immediate tax deduction, and recommend grants to […]
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May 15, 2026
Perspective: Grantmaking
On the surface, grantmaking can look like a role defined by spreadsheets, timelines, and deadlines—important work, but potentially removed from the day-to-day realities of the community.
I’ve since learned how inaccurate that perception is.
December 15, 2025
A Dickens of a Gift
On Tuesday, December 2, 2025, members of the Spartanburg County Foundation team joined the thousands attending the 31st annual A Dickens of a Christmas celebration in downtown Spartanburg. They brought with them a gift – someone from the thousands in attendance would receive a Just Because grant to award to a Spartanburg County nonprofit of […]
November 25, 2025
Maximize Your Charitable Giving in 2025 Before New Tax Rules Go Into Effect
Major changes to charitable tax deductions take effect in 2026, and they could significantly reduce the benefits you receive for your generosity. 2025 is your final opportunity to lock in today’s favorable rules. What’s Changing? Why Act Now? 2025 is the last year without these limits. By bunching donations, combining several years of giving into […]
November 26, 2024
A Healthy Holiday Season
The holidays are a time when many connect with family and friends in celebration. But the reality is that for some, the holidays bring negative stress and can trigger situations that undermine mental health.
August 26, 2024
The Power of A Community Foundation
by Karen Nichols, Vice President of Philanthropic Services Community foundations play an integral role in fostering philanthropy at a local level across the United States, seeking to improve the quality of life for its residents. These local catalysts are more than just philanthropic organizations; they are the heartbeat of vibrant, thriving communities. The role of […]