The Community Foundation of Cleveland and Bradley County can help you invest in your community and receive tax benefits before the end of the year. With a wide variety of giving funds – from Non-profit Endowments to Donor Advised Funds – we provide the most flexible vehicles for your philanthropy and connect you to the local initiatives that matter most. And, by making your charitable gift now, you can take advantage of personal financial benefits resulting in stronger giving and greater impact. It’s a win-win for our community and for you.

Important Dates to Remember

As we approach the end of 2016, we are here to assist with your year-end giving. Please keep these important dates in mind so that we can ensure your year-end gifts qualify for a charitable income tax deduction in the 2016 tax year:

  • Checks sent via the U.S. Postal Service to our office must be postmarked on or before December 31, 2016.
  • Checks sent via FedEx must be physically received at our office on or before December 31, 2016.
  • Gifts of appreciated securities should be made by Wednesday, December 28, 2016. Notify us early to ensure a smooth transfer of these gifts. Contact Cathy Barrett for assistance with stock gifts and wire transfers.
  • Real estate gifts must have title transferred on or before Thursday, December 29, 2016.
  • Credit card gifts should be made by 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 29, 2016, to ensure timely posting by the credit card company.

To learn more about the Community Foundation and its many services, visit www.clevelandbradleyfoundation.org or contact Lisa Geren.