The number of private foundations in the United States is nearing 150,000 with combined assets topping $1 trillion, so it’s no wonder that a lot of people immediately think about establishing a private foundation when they begin to explore structuring …
Charitable remainder trusts: What, where, who, why, when, and how?
If you’ve represented charitable families over the years, you’ve certainly heard the term “charitable remainder trust,” sometimes called a “CRT.” You might have even helped clients set them up.
For most attorneys, CPAs, and financial advisors, CRTs don’t come along …
Honoring a Teacher’s Legacy Through a Scholarship That Changes Lives
When beloved Harrison High School math teacher Kim Escoe Watson passed away in 2024, her colleagues found a powerful way to honor her legacy: a scholarship in her name. Today, the Heart of a Hoya Scholarship, created through Cobb Community …
Leaving a Legacy of Love and Giving
When Terri Cole passed away earlier this year, her family honored her life of generosity with a request for donations in her memory. But Terri had planned ahead to ensure her giving would extend far beyond her lifetime. The Cole …
Think Beyond Cash: How One Donor Used AI Startup Stock to Give Back
When a local business owner reinvested the proceeds from a major sale into an emerging AI venture, it seemed like charitable giving might have to wait. But with the help of Terri Munro from Waverly Advisors and Cobb Community Foundation, …
Celebrating Shared Achievements at CCF’s 2025 Activate Good Event
Cobb came together on May 1, 2025, to celebrate a year of shared generosity, collaboration and impact at the second annual Activate Good event, hosted by Cobb Community Foundation (CCF). The evening marked the release of the organization’s 2024 Impact …
Refresher course: Charitable gift annuities
Several advisors have shared with us recently that they’re fielding more questions about charitable gift annuities (CGAs). It’s quite possible that CGAs are landing on clients’ radars these days for a couple of reasons:
A $54,000 opportunity
Word is finally …
Weighing the options: Private foundation or donor-advised fund?
When you’re working on the charitable components of a client’s estate or financial plan, one of the first areas you’ll likely explore is the structure. Certainly you are familiar with both private foundations and donor-advised funds as useful charitable giving …
Trust matters: Your clients’ go-to resource for community impact
As attorneys, CPAs, and financial advisors, you know very well that trust is at the foundation of your relationships with clients. Your clients are seeking a similar level of trust with the people and organizations that are helping carry out …
Connecting Donors to Nonprofits: CCF’s Mableton Bus Tour
A big part of Cobb Community Foundation’s mission is connecting donors who care with causes that matter. One way we do this is through our Nonprofits Making a Difference Bus Tours where we provide a firsthand look at the incredible …
