CFJC Blog

Welcome to the CFJC Blog! Learn more about the CFJC, our donor services, and the resources we provide in the posts below.

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CFJC: An Alternative to Private Foundations

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3 months ago

When you want to make a difference in your community by creating a private family foundation, consider using the Community Foundation of Johnson County instead. It will save you time…

Planning Your Legacy

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4 months ago

What Is a Legacy Gift? Leaving a legacy gift means planning today to leave money to an organization or cause you care about in the future. This plan can be…

Endow Iowa Tax Credit Program

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5 months ago

When you make a gift to an endowed fund held at the Community Foundation of Johnson, you may be eligible for the Endow Iowa 25% tax credit. The Endow Iowa…

Gift of Life Insurance

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6 months ago

Many of us would like to make a more significant gift than our current assets allow. A gift of life insurance allows many donors to make a larger charitable gift…

Storm Season is Approaching – Help Our Community Be Prepared

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7 months ago

As storm season approaches, we remind folks of the Johnson County Emergency Response Fund. This charitable giving fund offered donors an efficient method of giving to support the recovery efforts…

DAFS: A Flexible and Efficient Way to Organize Your Giving

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9 months ago

Donor advised funds, also called DAFs, are popular charitable giving vehicles—known for their ease and flexibility. Through a donor advised fund, individuals can make a charitable contribution, receive an immediate tax…

Welcome to the CFJC Blog!

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9 months ago

Welcome to the CFJC Blog! Our staff (meet them below) will be using this blog as a space to provide more detailed information on our donor services, nonprofit resources, and…