Generational impact, with or without children
At Aspen Community Foundation, we’re honored to work with our donors and fund holders to achieve a wide range of charitable giving priorities often involving
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Fostering trust and making a difference
Many people are not aware of the extent to which America’s charitable organizations help improve quality of life in our communities. From social services to the arts,
A trio of tips to wrap up 2024
Year-end is closing in, and it’s easy to get overwhelmed by all the advice floating around about what to do before December 31. We’re making
Variety is the spice of giving
If you’ve been working with Aspen Community Foundation for a while, you certainly know that it’s easy to make a contribution to your fund. And
Your IRA is a force for good
It probably would not surprise you to learn that over 42% of Americans own an IRA. In many cases, IRAs–especially for people who have rolled over one
Field-of-interest and designated funds could be your year-end friends
As you’re looking ahead to year-end giving, you’re likely thinking about transferring cash, or ideally appreciated stock, to your donor-advised fund so that you can
Endowments and quasi-endowments: Similar, but not exactly the same
If you’ve been involved in philanthropy for a while, you certainly have heard the term “endowment.” You’re also likely aware that endowments are established to
Standard deduction planning: Avoid leaving dollars behind
One of many items on the legislative “watch list,” especially in light of the upcoming elections, is the standard deduction. Without intervening legislation, in 2026
Inspiring good habits: Tips for better giving
The team at Aspen Community Foundation is committed to sharing tips and insights that can help you get more satisfaction from your charitable giving and
Giving your house to charity is worth exploring
August is national Make-A-Will month and a great time to check in on key components of your estate plan. The reality, as we know, is
