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Signed July 4, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act reshapes charitable giving—raising the standard deduction and tightening itemized write-offs for top earners, introducing a permanent post-2025 deduction for non-itemizers, and cementing today’s elevated estate-tax exemption. Here’s what donors, nonprofits, and advisors need to know...

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2025 is a rare window to maximize both your charitable impact and your tax savings before new rules reduce the value of deductions. From bunching gifts and donating appreciated assets to savvy IRA strategies and gift annuities, here are 10 smart moves to give more...

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A new Canine Mobile Unit means healthier dogs, safer travel and more veterans connected with the service dogs they rely on. With the help of a Community Grant, Clear Path for Veterans is making this possible by providing safe, reliable transportation for its canine program.

Described by friends and family as someone who never sat still for long, John Chomyk lived a full life devoted to his community.

John D. Marsellus, a devoted civic leader, left a lasting legacy in Central New York through his lifelong commitment to community, philanthropy and leadership development.

SYRACUSE, NY: Michelle at Sarah’s Guest House. CREDIT: Ben Cleeton

Giving Voice Spring 2025: Grantee Story

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Huntington Family Centers, the recipient of a grant from our COVID-19 Community Support Fund | Photo By: Ben Cleeton

Giving Voice Spring 2025: Giving Matters

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William T. Kriesel, CPA/PFS, CFP®, AEP®, Managing Member of Diversified Capital Management and Consultant and Former Member of Bowers CPAs & Advisors, was the 2025 recipient of our Partner in Philanthropy Award.