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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Experts & OpinionsThe Power of Estate Planning
October is National Estate Planning Awareness Month—a reminder that estate planning protects loved ones and ensures your values endure.
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Policy & Tax PlanningPostmarks, rule changes, and remedies for clients’ 2025 charitable gifts
A USPS postmark change may shift some year-end 2025 gifts into 2026 for tax purposes. Learn remedies and how to help clients avoid issues.
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Philanthropy & GivingActivating your personal giving plan
The Community Foundation hosted Next Gen Philanthropic Initiative grads to explore values-driven giving plans built for lasting impact.
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Philanthropy & GivingBuilding Wealth, Building Community
At the Powered by Us Symposium, a panel led by Crystal Thompkins shared insights on building family wealth and sustaining generosity across generations.
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Policy & Tax PlanningPolicy update from our COO, Sutton Mora
Sutton Mora, EVP & COO, co-chairs Philanthropy Southeast’s Policy Committee. Read her take on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and our response.
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Learning & ImpactAlison Henneberger on CAP: A Perspective Shift and a Stronger Network
Earning her CAP® designation gave Diversified Trust SVP Alison Henneberger the confidence to start meaningful philanthropy conversations with clients.