Wayne County Community Foundation

08/19/2026

08/17/2026

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐆𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

Year-end giving often works best when planning starts long before the holidays. Learn why now is the perfect time to review your charitable plans, explore the benefits of "bunching" charitable gifts, and consider how your Donor Advised Fund at Wayne County Community Foundation can help you maximize both your impact and potential tax benefits.

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08/14/2026

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08/10/2026

Myth: Estate plans are only for the wealthy. ❌
Truth: Anyone can make a difference with a planned gift. ✅

You don’t need a massive fortune to leave a lasting mark on your community. Even a gift of just 1% of your estate can create a permanent legacy that supports the local causes, parks, and neighbors you love for generations to come.

Here are three simple, stress-free ways to include your community in your will:
1. A percentage gift: Dedicate a small percentage (like 1% or 5%) to the community foundation, ensuring your family is taken care of first.
2. A specific cause: Direct your gift to a Field of Interest Fund to permanently support a cause close to your heart, like literacy, animal welfare, or local arts.
3. A beneficiary designation: Avoid changing your will entirely by naming the Community Foundation as a partial beneficiary of your IRA, 401(k), or life insurance policy.

Planning your legacy is simpler than you think, and its impact will be felt forever. 🌟
Want to learn how easy it is to get started? Visit us online at www.WCCFOH.org or email us at [email protected] to learn more. 📖

08/07/2026

Did you know more than 50% of adults don’t have a will? A will gives you peace of mind—and can leave a lasting impact on Wayne County for generations. Learn how a legacy gift can shape our shared future.

Legacy funds provide the convenience of flexibility; a legacy fund ...

08/03/2026

Make-A-Will Month isn't just about creating a plan -- it's about making your mark on all that you care about. Check out this article on the "Three Reasons to Make a Will": https://tinyurl.com/ps5duvyw

If charitable giving is part of you legacy plan, give us a call! We are happy to work with you and your attorney to create a plan that works for you.

07/30/2026

Life changes, families grow, and community needs evolve, which means your charitable plan may deserve an occasional review. Check out key questions to consider as you revisit your giving goals, beneficiary designations, family involvement, and opportunities to make your philanthropy easier and more meaningful.

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07/16/2026

Learn more about GIVE 365 online at www.wccfoh.org/community-initiatives/give-365-wayne-county or give us a call at 330.262.3877.

07/14/2026