Checking in on your charitable plan

“Life is what happens to you while you’re busy making other plans.” — John Lennon You’ve certainly heard that well-known quote. But have you thought about it in the context … Continued

Closer to home: Steps to move your donor-advised fund to the Community Foundation

At the Community Foundation, we work with a wide range of donors who want to support favorite charities and causes they care about. Sometimes we meet with individuals and families … Continued

All that and more: Your donor-advised fund may surprise you

You might initially think of a donor-advised fund as a simple charitable savings account: contribute assets, immediately receive a tax deduction, if eligible, and recommend grants to your favorite 501(c)(3) … Continued

“Nice to meet you”: Introducing your advisors to the Community Foundation team

At the Community Foundation, we are honored to work with many individuals, families, and businesses who support the causes that matter most to them and help make our entire community … Continued

CFNM and Molina Healthcare Surprise Feed the Future Mississippi with Transformational Grant

Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi Fights Hunger with 20,000 Meal Donations Across the Delta. The initiative is made possible through generous funding from Molina Healthcare. The Bank of Clarksdale, MS … Continued

Rare but useful: Planning with charitable lead trusts

“Charitable lead trust” is far from a household word, but they sure do come in handy in certain donor situations. At the Community Foundation, we are happy to establish a … Continued

Rethinking legacy: Balancing gifts to heirs with the community’s future

Next time you meet with your estate planning attorney, it may be a good idea to check in on your long-term plans and ask yourself questions you might not yet … Continued

Imagine the future, how the Community Foundation helps bring your charitable goals to life

It’s hard to believe that spring is in full swing and 2026 is approaching the midway mark! This month, we’re taking a step back to reflect on a simple but powerful … Continued

Tax season debrief: Three common regrets

If you’re like many donors, the weeks leading up to tax deadlines tend to bring charitable giving into sharper focus. You may have finalized contributions, gathered documentation, or had conversations … Continued

Charitable Giving, due diligence, and how the Community Foundation can help

Many people want to be thoughtful in their charitable giving, but that doesn’t always make the process easy. In fact, one of the most common challenges donors face is simply … Continued