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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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Philanthropy & GivingEmpowering Responsible Pet Ownership Through Legacy Giving
The Margarette J. Sather Animal Welfare Fund endowment annually supports efforts to control our pitbull and pitbull mix breed dog population.
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Philanthropy & GivingTrust-Based Philanthropy
Individual donors can embody the trust-based philanthropy model that is common with foundation funders and place confidence in nonprofits’ expertise to respond where needs are greatest.
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Philanthropy & GivingIntroducing the new CFGM.org
Explore the Community Foundation’s new website—designed to connect you with local nonprofits, giving options, and tools to make a meaningful impact.
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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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Philanthropy & GivingGet Involved: Nourished Communities
Rooted in Memphis’s tradition of neighbors supporting one another, this grant cycle lifts up boots-on-the-ground programs and projects created by the people who know their communities best.
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Philanthropy & GivingThe Impact of Recurring Donors with GiVE 365 and RISE Memphis
Hear Julia McDonald from the Community Foundation and DeVonté Payton of RISE Memphis on New Memphis’s Meanwhile in Memphis podcast.
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Donor ProfileApproaching Giving with Purpose: Jessica and Sandy Webb benefit from philanthropic partnership
Jessica and Rev. Sandy Webb show how community-rooted philanthropy can be personal and powerful, deepening impact through intentional giving.