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First “Be a GEM” Package Delivered to The Neighbors
On Wednesday, following the Jeans & Jewels Gala, we had the joy of delivering the very first “Be a GEM” package to The Neighbors of Dunn County!A Gift in Loving MemoryThe Neighbors’ GEM package was donated by David Chung in loving memory of his wife, Barbara,...
WGC Fall Gala: Celebrating Community and Connection
On October 14th, more than 70 women gathered at Jake’s Supper Club for an evening of celebration, inspiration, and community spirit at the Women’s Giving Circle Fall Gala. This annual event brought together members and guests to honor the year’s grant recipients and...
Read Our Fall Newsletter!
As the leaves begin to change, we’re taking a moment to reflect on a season full of generosity, growth, and community impact. Our Fall 2025 Newsletter is packed with inspiring stories that showcase what happens when people come together to make a difference. Inside,...
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Nonprofit Organizations
Donor-advised funds: Your new best friend?
A donor-advised fund is one of many types of funds that an individual, family, or business can establish with the Community Foundation of Dunn County. You’re likely more aware of donor-advised funds than other types of funds because they are frequently covered in...
Crucial year-end reminders to boost your endowment
As your donors gear up for the giving season, it’s critical that you stay in front of them with simple, concise messages about how they can support your organization’s annual campaign as well as your endowment. Here are three very important reminders that surprisingly...
Nonprofit Survey: Funding Impacts & Input
The Community Foundation of Dunn County is reaching out to better understand how recent federal budget changes are affecting our local nonprofit organizations and how we, as a community, can respond.CLICK HERE to take the Survey (Google). Your responses will help...
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Professional Advisors
Want happy clients? Talk about charitable giving
Over the years, more than a handful of attorneys, CPAs, and financial advisors have shared with the Community Foundation of Dunn County that their happiest clients seem to be those who’ve incorporated charitable giving into their estate and financial plans. Whether or...
Playing the long game: Encouraging your clients to plan ahead in 2025
Your clients (and you!) may still be recovering from a hectic end to 2024, but don’t let that stop you from helping families get a jump on their charitable planning for 2025. As compelling as year-end giving may be, perhaps even more compelling are the reasons for...
Sifting through it: What’s on the legislative menu that could impact charitable giving?
We all know that the new year and a new administration brings lots of potential change. So what is going on that you need to know about to serve your charitable clients? At the top of the list of issues we’re watching is what might happen with the Tax Cuts and Jobs...