Don’t you wish you could read your clients’ minds? Understanding what clients really care about is crucial to constructing any estate or financial plan. When it comes to charitable giving, you can be a step ahead. Plenty of research offers clues about what matters most to your philanthropic clients.

Introducing the topic of charitable giving during client meetings can be challenging because there are so many other issues you need to cover in a short amount of time. Walking a client through a case study can help, especially when that case study illustrates the ways charitable giving and tax savings are intertwined. The community foundation is happy to provide examples to break the ice.

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act was signed into law by President Trump on July 4, 2025, after the House of Representatives approved the Senate’s changes to H.R. 1, which passed the House by a narrow margin in May. What impact will it have on your charitable clients?

When you have an efficient morning routine, you set an effective tone for the rest of the day. Here are five ways to establish a productive morning routine.

Setting goals is simple. We’ve all heard different phrases, acronyms and ways to properly set a goal for life. However, accomplishing goals can be a whole different task.

If you’re looking for a way to get outside while also improving your whole self, gardening may be the hobby for you.

The community foundation offers a charitable giving experience that is as uncomplicated as it is rewarding.

A record $150,781 in scholarships was awarded to local graduates this year, thanks to generous donors and dedicated volunteers.

Your generosity helped raise over $481,000 during this year’s Fremont Area Big Give! See how your support made a difference in our 2025 impact snapshot—proof that small gifts can do big things.

Did you know you can support your community and enjoy tax advantages—see how a gift from your IRA can make a difference.