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The Wayne County Foundation exists to foster and encourage private philanthropic giving, to enhance the spirit of community
and to improve the quality of life in the Wayne County, Indiana, area now and for future generations.

In 2024, the Foundation was able to grant more than $3.64 million to our community because of the generosity of our donors. Your gifts enable the Foundation to address immediate needs and support future-focused projects that will help our community thrive.

Featured Articles

OBBBA, IRAs, QCDs, Oh My!

OBBBA, IRAs, QCDs, Oh My!

If your head is spinning, it’s for a good reason! Let’s face it–the rules for using IRAs to give to charity were complicated before the OBBBA got thrown into the mix. Let’s address five frequently asked questions we’ve been hearing from attorneys, CPAs, and financial...

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One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Three big picture pointers

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Three big picture pointers

“So, what does it mean for charitable planning, really?” It’s an understandable question, not only because the bill is so, well, big, but also because the roller coaster ride leading up to the final bill included many provisions that ultimately did not make it into...

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Tax deduction? What tax deduction?

Tax deduction? What tax deduction?

Despite–or perhaps in light of–the recent whirlwind of commentary about new federal laws and the implications for the charitable deduction and charitable giving, it is really important keep in mind that for most individuals, the decision to give is driven by deeply...

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