Category: Philanthropy

If you’re reading this article, it’s likely you are charitably inclined, value giving back to the community, and attend fund-raising events for the causes most important to you. Now picture this… you are sitting at a table for your favorite annual gala – the time has come to fill out your donation form and write [...]

The long warm summer we’ve enjoyed in the Pacific Northwest is officially transitioning into fall. With the cooler temperatures and changing leaves, our thoughts turn toward the holidays, gift giving season, and how we can make an impact in our community before the year is over. When it comes to making a charitable impact through [...]

A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) is a great way to manage donations to your favorite causes while optimizing your tax advantages. With a DAF, you can take a current tax deduction as you pre-fund your future gifts to charities.  Also known as a “Charitable Gift Fund,” the account is managed by a public charity, but [...]

October 20, 2020 I know I’m one of the lucky ones.  Coldstream has weathered the COVID-19 storm well.  Others have not been as fortunate.  With furloughs, layoffs, and all the other challenges we are facing in 2020, people are hurting.  And so are charitable organizations whose mission it is to help.  Giving back now is [...]

Coldstream’s Disability Advisory Services (DAS), always dedicated to delivering holistic financial guidance to individuals with a disability who have received a financial settlement, is proud to announce their comprehensive gold sponsorship with the Washington State Association for Justice (WSAJ) for the second year in a row. The “oldest and largest civil justice advocacy organization in [...]

As the year comes to a close, you may be considering charitable gifting. With so many mechanisms to do so, it is necessary to plan ahead. Start by deciding who will receive your donation. We are here to help with the what, how, and when of charitable giving. Although using cash is the simple and [...]