Charitable Giving
Learn about the most effective ways your clients can contribute to charities that align with their personal philanthropic goals while also reducing their taxes.
Ed Slott: IRS Just Made QCD Reporting Easier, but Questions Remain
By Melanie WaddellClients can now get 1099s for their qualified charitable distributions. Still, advisors must ensure clients follow the rules.
January 31, 2025
Planning Foundation Issues Grants to Support Pro Bono GuidanceOrganizations providing planning without charge will benefit from a record $678,000 in funding during 2025.
January 21, 2025
7 Need-to-Know Details About Tax-Exempt GiftingThere’s a lot more to consider in 2025 than the $19,000 per-beneficiary limit on such gifts.
January 16, 2025
New Raymond James Program Seeks to Support Tampa Bay EducationThe firm has committed $7.5 million to nonprofits that support success within and outside the classroom.
January 02, 2025
American College Launches Donor-Advised Fund Training ProgramThe inaugural set of in-person education sessions will be held in Dallas in April.
December 31, 2024
How Women's Philanthropy Has Evolved Over 20 YearsThe pandemic presented new challenges for women and the nonprofit organizations they support, the Women’s Philanthropy Institute found.
December 16, 2024
When Disaster Strikes, Raymond James Gets to (Volunteer) WorkEmployees “were literally ripping out [soaked] drywall” after Hurricane Helene, Private Client Group president Tash Elwyn says.
December 11, 2024
Year-End RMDs and the QCD Workaround StrategyQualified charitable distributions can help clients reduce tax liability, but there are pitfalls to avoid.