Charitable Giving Means Generous Tax Savings for You From Raymond James & Associates, Inc.   For many, giving back is a priority. Giving creates a positive change in people, institutions and communities. Plus it makes us feel good to know we can do our part to make our world a little better place for future

If you are looking to get involved as a donor and do not know how to start, here are ten helpful tips:   #1: Start with a local umbrella organization, like the Saginaw Community Foundation. Rather than focus on one cause, we support many causes, agencies and initiatives across the county and help match donors to

On November 10, 2014, the Mid-Michigan Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals honored local individuals, foundations and businesses by presenting awards as part of National Philanthropy Day.   National Philanthropy Day is a special day set aside to recognize and pay tribute to the great contributions that philanthropy – and those people active in

Saginaw, Mich. – The Saginaw Community Foundation (SCF) granted $138,907 in the third quarter to support 20 programs and projects in the Great Lakes Bay Region via its administrative and  competitive grant processes.   “We strive to grant funds to support programs that will truly make a difference in our communities,” said Reneé Johnston, president

Saginaw Community Foundation is pleased to announce the acquisition of the largest single donation received in its 30-year history. A portion of the estate of the late Carl H., Jr. and Sandra Werth – an amount approaching nearly $7 million – will be used to establish the Carl H., Jr. and Sandra Werth Fund at

                Located on Saginaw’s east side is a sports and fitness park that is a true “gem.” Established by New Life Ministries outreach program Mission in the City in 2011, the park, filling a city block at N. 6th and N. 7th Streets and Federal and Janes Avenues,

                                            Opening a Donor Advised Fund allows your company to make a gift to Saginaw Community Foundation, and remain actively involved in suggesting uses for your gift. Here’s how it works:   • Your

Each individual, family or organization we work with has distinct charitable interests – and unique financial circumstances. We help you make the most of both, so you receive the greatest return on your community investment. Here are seven ways you can achieve the greatest good with creative giving solutions designed around you.   Outright gift

People give for a number of reasons, all very personal to them. What motivates you? Perhaps you feel strongly about a cause. Perhaps an organization has touched your life or the lives of loved ones. Maybe you want to create a legacy and set an example that inspires others to give. Or your giving is

Like so many others in the late 1930s, the young black Americans who would become known as the Tuskegee Airmen were full of patriotic zeal and eager to serve in the military as WWII intensified in Europe and Asia. What set them apart was that they wanted to fight the enemy from the air as