Tax Smart Giving & Creating a Legacy

Each individual, family or organization we work with has different charitable interests and unique financial circumstances.  We can help you make the most of both so you receive the greatest return on your community investment.
 
Outright Gift
You can make a gift of cash, stocks, bonds, real estate or other assets to the Kent Community Foundation. Your gift qualifies for the maximum charitable benefit under state and federal law.
 
Bequest 
You can designate a gift or portion of your estate to the Kent Community Foundation and, in some cases, receive a substantial reduction in federal gift and estate taxes.
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Charitable remainder trust 
You can designate cash or property in a trust that pays annual income to you (or another named beneficiary) for life.  After your death, the remainder of the trust transfers to the Kent Community Foundation and is placed in a charitable fund you’ve selected.  You receive income tax benefits the year you establish your trust.
 
Charitable lead trust 
You can place cash or property in a trust that pays a fixed amount to the Kent Community Foundation for the number of years you specify.  Once this period ends, the assets held by the trust are transferred to the beneficiaries you name.  In some cases, you may receive a substantial reduction in federal gift and estate taxes.