Philanthropy – Fall 2026

A smiling family

Philanthropy

Housing Cost

28

Years of Serving North Tahoe-Truckee

Calendar

100+

Tahoe Truckee nonprofits served

Rentals

$48M

of Assets Under Management


Estate Planning in Tahoe Truckee: More Than Just a Will

If charitable giving is part of the legacy you envision, Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation (TTCF) can work with you and your financial advisors to help you make it a reality. In this article, we cover how wills, trusts, beneficiary designations, retirement accounts, and charitable funds work together for a comprehensive estate plan. Read the guide.

When you are ready to talk, reach out to Ashley Beck, Director of Engagement at TTCF, by emailing her or calling 530-587-1776 ext. 100.


2026 Federal Tax Changes and Your Year-End Giving

Three federal rules for charitable giving changed in 2026, and they may affect how you approach year-end giving. We know your inbox is full of year-end appeals and tax tips and it’s hard to know what deserves your attention. Here are five action steps to help you focus on what you want to accomplish.

By tackling these questions now, you’ll have plenty of time to make the right choices before the holidays. At TTCF, we work alongside you and your financial advisors so you can invest wisely in the place you love. Read the full story.

Grandparents giving a grandchild a ride in a wheelbarrow.
Red Opening Quotation Mark

A legacy isn’t a document. It’s the people, places and causes you hope are still thriving a generation from now. Whether a family is simplifying a private foundation or planning a gift that will outlast them, our job is to make it simple to carry that forward, so their love for Tahoe Truckee keeps doing good long into the future.

Red Quotation Mark

Bill Austin
Pacific Crest Wealth Planning, TTCF Board Treasurer

Your Impact

Community Foundation DAFs for More Impact

What if you moved the Tahoe portion of your annual giving to a TTCF DAF? We invite you to align your philanthropy with locally held Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) at TTCF. Maximize your tax benefits and your impact; get local expertise for the causes you care about.

Let's Connect


To learn more about our community impact and how you can partner with us to make a difference, contact TTCF Donor Services at donorservices@ttcf.net.

support our work