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Community Foundation awards nearly $390,000 in scholarships to area students

The Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation recently awarded $386,700 in scholarships to area students pursuing post-secondary education.

Good to know: Planning with a charitable lead trust

It doesn't come up often, but when they do, charitable lead trusts can be powerful. A recent IRS ruling brings new attention to this philanthropic vehicle.

What happens to charitable assets in a divorce?

Philanthropy is deeply personal - but in a divorce, charitable assets can raise complex legal and financial questions. It's important to consider how proactive planning can avoid surprises.

Good news on retirement plans and charitable giving

The momentum around Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) keeps rolling. Proposed legislation could make QCDs available through additional retirement accounts, creating even more opportunities for clients to support the causes they care about.

Unusual noncash assets can make great charitable gifts

Many potential donors hold substantial wealth outside traditional investment portfolios. Think classic cars, boats, aircraft and RVs. The Community Foundation has expertise in accepting unusual noncash gifts.

Big Sioux River Trail Corridor project supported by donors, City

The City of Sioux Falls’ Recreation Trail is one mile longer with the completion of the Big Sioux River Trail Corridor project, partly funded by Jeff and Tammie Broin and the Ashby family. The trail opened earlier this year.