Jun 1, 2026
You’ve no doubt noticed that Qualified Charitable Distributions (“QCDs”) continue to gain traction as one of the most practical and effective charitable planning tools for clients over age 70 ½. By allowing eligible clients to transfer funds directly from an IRA to a...
Jun 1, 2026
If you’re like many advisors, you may have discovered that often charitable giving conversations begin (and end!) with cash or appreciated stock. And of course, you are well aware that appreciated stock is an excellent choice for your clients to fund a donor-advised...
Feb 10, 2026
After nearly two decades working at East Texas Communities Foundation, I have recently come to a simple epiphany, an “aha” moment, regarding helping people establish their charitable legacy. As Smokey Bear has proclaimed since 1947, “Only you can prevent forest...
Dec 22, 2025
East Texas Communities Foundation is currently accepting applications from East Texas students for scholarships to be awarded for the 2026-27 academic year. The deadline for submission of the online application is March 1, 2026. Detailed eligibility criteria and links...
Dec 12, 2025
It’s hard to find the perfect gift. I was reminded recently why charitable giving is so important and may just be the perfect gift. East Texas Communities Foundation was contacted by the Plunkett family in 2020 to help them solve a difficult dilemma. Members of the...
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