Giving Strategies
Learn how to give with purpose and confidence. Explore practical tips, case studies, and expert insights to help you manage philanthropy wisely and maximize your impact in our community.
For over 50 years, the Community Foundation has helped people give with purpose, strengthening Memphis and the Mid-South.
We make giving easier and more impactful by matching your generosity with the causes and community you care about most.
We offer solutions and resources to donors and the professionals who advise them to help you give smarter and do more good.
We offer funding opportunities that helps nonprofits and students create positive change and build futures.
When you get involved with the Community Foundation, you join a group of people committed to Memphis’s future.
Learn more about the philanthropic hub that connects capital with the solutions that make our community thrive.
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Case StudiesCase study: Charitable giving in a down market
The possibility of a sustained down market can influence how clients think about giving. A case study highlights how you can help clients during uncertain times.
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Philanthropy & GivingTransferring a private foundation? Remind clients to communicate
For clients transferring private foundations to a donor-advised fund, a thoughtful transition is essential to maintaining strong relationships and continued community impact.
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Policy & Tax PlanningServing charitable clients: Dual strategies emerge
As charitable planning becomes more nuanced, your clients are increasingly falling into two distinct groups who require a tailored approach.
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Case StudiesCase study: Business owners exit with a family legacy
A business sale is never just a financial transaction—it is a turning point for family identity, community presence, and long-term legacy.
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Policy & Tax PlanningTwo important tax rulings
Two recent cases offer a timely reminder: When it comes to charitable deductions and exempt status, technical compliance is everything. Proactive guidance can prevent costly missteps.
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Learning & ImpactWomen and philanthropy: Four insights to inform your practice
Discover four practical insights to help you better serve women clients and strengthen the charitable strategies you design together.
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Philanthropy & GivingWorth a look: Charitable gifts of real estate
Real estate gifts are rare but powerful. Learn how appreciated property can fund philanthropy tax-efficiently as wealth shifts to new generations.
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Philanthropy & GivingSudden life changes: Charitable giving can help clients get through it
When clients face illness, loss, divorce, or retirement, charitable planning can re-anchor decisions in values—offering clarity, tax advantages, and lasting impact.
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Experts & OpinionsProtecting your Wealth, Data and Peace of Mind
Vigilance, layered security, and asking for help are key defenses against cyber threats. Get takeaways from our recent event with Legacy Wealth Management.