On September 25, Cobb Community Foundation welcomed more than 50 of Cobb’s leading attorneys, accountants, and financial advisors for an inspiring evening of insights, networking, and charitable giving—set against a stunning rooftop sunset at the Comcast building. This exclusive gathering …
Three clients. Three solutions.
We know that for professional advisors every client is unique — with distinct goals, financial situations, and life circumstances, which is why you tailor your guidance to each individual. To help you serve your clients even more effectively, we’ve put …
Join the Circle. Change Someone’s Life.
Have you ever thought that simply walking alongside someone could be life-changing? At Circles Cobb, that’s exactly what Allies do. Allies don’t “fix problems”—they build authentic friendships, celebrating wins, navigating setbacks, and sharing experiences and social capital that open doors …
Ignite Session: Navigating Funding Uncertainties
On August 26, more than 70 nonprofit executives and board members gathered at the Cobb Chamber of Commerce for a special session of CCF’s Ignite Nonprofit Learning Series, presented in partnership with United Way of Greater Atlanta, Mauldin & Jenkins, …
27 Nonprofits Selected for 2025 Match Magic Giveathon
Between August 26 and September 10, Cobb Community Foundation (CCF) and a panel of 30 trained community leaders evaluated over 50 applications and selected 27 Cobb County nonprofits to participate in this year’s highly anticipated Match Magic Giveathon. The announcement …
Start with numbers: A case study for charitable clients
As an estate planning, tax, or wealth advisor, you play a critical role in helping your clients maximize the impact of charitable giving while also optimizing tax benefits. Unfortunately, a 2023 survey found that only 19.2% of advisors regularly discuss …
Floor to ceiling: Four factors that will influence corporate giving now and later
At Cobb Community Foundation, we work with business leaders and business owners to structure charitable giving plans that achieve the company’s goals for its employees and the community. In many cases, corporate giving strategies include donating to local charities, whether …
Tongue twister: OBBBA, IRAs, QCDs, and FAQs
If your head is spinning, it’s for a good reason! Let’s face it–the rules for using IRAs to give to charity were complicated before the OBBBA got thrown into the mix. Let’s address five frequently asked questions we’ve been hearing …
One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Three big picture pointers
“So what does it mean for charitable planning, really?” That’s a question our team has been fielding from attorneys, CPAs, and financial advisors ever since the One Big Beautiful Bill Act became law on July 4, 2025. It’s an understandable …
Gifts of artwork: Worth a look, but be careful
If you’ve noticed a surprising uptick in recent years among your younger clients investing in artwork, it is not your imagination! A survey of 1,007 U.S. high net worth individuals (each with at least $3 million in investable assets) found …
