For this Lunch & Learn, we welcomed both professional advisors and donors!

Giving Voice Spring 2021: Granting Matters

Hear from Martin A. Schwab, Esq., Partner, Bond Schoeneck & King PLLC, on how he “pops the question.”

In this session, we featured advisors who spoke about philanthropy and the role that professional advisors play in their clients’ philanthropic endeavours. We: Discovered why advisors believe it’s important to bring up the topic of charitable giving Learned which stage you should bring up charitable...

Kevin Visconti

“I believe in the importance of holistic planning and the impact it has on my clients,” said Kevin. “The Community Foundation will meet people where they are.”

Madelyn Hornstein

In her role as a Certified Public Accountant, Madelyn Hornstein is often asked for charitable giving advice by her clients interested in establishing a private foundation. She always recommends the Community Foundation as an option to consider.

Gary Germain headshot

Gary Germain

“A donor-advised fund at the Community Foundation eliminates those issues and simplifies a family’s tax plan.”

Grace Ghezzi sitting in the office

Grace Ghezzi

Charitable clients love to learn that there are many options for giving to charity that can be tailored to fit their unique needs.

The Wordens standing in their home

Mark and Reghan wanted to maximize the benefit of their contribution to local organizations and direct the money to where it’ll have the most impact.

Christine Dettor and Emilee Hatch standing in their office

“When our clients show interest in charitable planning, we feel very comfortable referring them to the Community Foundation.”