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Your philanthropic advisor is here to help you make the most of your giving. Whether you want to talk through your strategy, plan a site visit, explore nonprofits that align with your goals, or ask a quick question, reach out anytime. We’re here to support you at every step.
Your Philanthropic Advising Team
Joanna Nixon
Manager, Efroymson Family Fund
March 23, 2026
Planned giving can feel complex, but nonprofits do not have to figure it out alone. This article outlines five ways CICF supports nonprofit partners, from donor conversations and board education to complex gifts and long-term fund structures.
February 20, 2026
Charitable plans can outgrow the paperwork. If you have a donor-advised fund with an entity in the CICF Collaborative, it is a great idea to meet with our team once a year to review where things stand.
November 14, 2025
Whether increased community needs are triggered by politics, a natural disaster, or economic factors, the CICF Collaborative is committed to helping you structure charitable giving plans that make a real difference in the lives of people in our region.
March 23, 2026
Women are playing an increasingly influential role in shaping philanthropy across families and communities. This article highlights how CICF helps donors structure giving in ways that reflect their values, involve future generations, and create lasting impact.
March 23, 2026
New tax rules make charitable planning more nuanced in 2026. This article previews how CICF can help donors and their advisors think through deductions, documentation, QCDs, and giving strategies with greater clarity.
March 27, 2026
Most charitable gifts are simple: you write a check, click “donate,” or send a stock transfer. But every so often, generosity shows up in a form that’s a little more complex. Recently, one of our nonprofit partners, FACE Low-Cost Animal Clinic, found themselves in that exact moment.
December 10, 2025
For donors aged 70½ and older, an effective charitable giving tool available is the Qualified Charitable Distribution, or QCD.
January 29, 2026
In 2026 new tax laws may impact charitable giving strategies for some people. Here are the changes that you’ll want to be aware of, and, most importantly, share with your tax advisors as soon as possible to determine how these changes might impact your situation
November 14, 2025
As year-end approaches, we hope your thoughts turn to charitable giving—both as a way to support your favorite causes and to make the most of available tax benefits. Recent changes in the tax laws have caused many people to ask about changes to their deductibility, starting with a very fundamental question about what the IRS does and does not consider deductible.
September 16, 2025
Despite–or perhaps in light of–the recent whirlwind of commentary about new federal laws and the implications for the charitable deduction and charitable giving, it is really important keep in mind that for most individuals, the decision to give is driven by deeply personal factors–such as compassion, moral obligation, empathy, or a belief in a cause—rather than financial incentives.
October 31, 2025
Beginning Nov. 1, nearly 600,000 Hoosiers who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will lose access to their benefits — including 150,000 of our Central Indiana neighbors.
We are deeply grateful for your partnership and the outpouring of requests on how to help. Together with our partners across Central Indiana, we’ve outlined several ways to ensure that no neighbor goes hungry during this critical time.
August 16, 2025
Many people think of succession planning as something only relevant to businesses or nonprofits. However, it's equally important when considering the legacy you want to leave through philanthropy—including being intentional about what happens to your donor-advised fund after you're gone. The team at the CICF Collaborative can help structure provisions for your donor-advised fund to engage your family, tap the CICF Collaborative’s expertise, or a combination of both so that your donor-advised fund can become a multi-generational legacy that reflects your values.