Take Your Generosity Further

Charitable Giving

We All Give For Different Reasons

We all have causes and organizations that we care about and want to see thrive. Your financial plan should reflect what you value. That’s why our team at True Blue helps you make tax-appropriate giving strategies based on your philanthropic goals and your tax situation.

  • Donor Advised Funds
  • Charitable Trusts
  • Qualified Charitable Distributions from RMDs
  • Pooled Income Fund
  • Cash donations
  • Tangible assets
  • Appreciated Long-Term Assets
  • Private Foundations
  • Volunteering

Give How You Want

We’ll help you make an impact on what you care about without sacrificing your financial goals. Consult with our experienced professionals today!

Our Charitable Giving Planning Process

Talk with Us

Schedule a consultation with our team—they understand the ins and outs of charitable giving.

Create Your Strategy

We’ll help you build a tax-appropriate strategy that works with your goals and your situation.

Make an Impact

Use your strategy to make a philanthropic impact on the causes you care about.

Give Smart from the Heart

Integrated Tax Planning

Tax planning is just a piece of your financial puzzle. We’ve offered tax planning services since 2015, meaning we are your one-stop-shop for creating a financial strategy.

Understanding of Tax Law

Tax laws around charitable giving are always changing. Our CPAs stay up-to-date on all of the changes and make sure your tax plans stay relevant and optimized.

Legacy Planning

Plan for a lasting impact by incorporating charitable giving into your estate plan. Our team can assist you in creating a legacy that reflects your values and philanthropic goals, helping to ensure your generosity continues to benefit charitable causes for generations to come.

Donor Advised Funds

Discover the benefits of donor-advised funds (DAFs) as a powerful tool for charitable giving. We'll help you set up and manage DAFs, enabling you to make strategic charitable contributions and receive potential tax advantages.

Why True Blue is the Perfect Partner for Retirees

Professional Experience

We are fully equipped with a team of CFPs, CPAs, and other financial professionals who can examine every aspect of your financial picture.

Support for Your Goals

Your goals are 100% unique to you, and we want to support your path to retirement—whether you want to travel more, buy a second property, or start a foundation.

Practical Tools

True Blue uses cutting-edge software that is easy to access—a one-stop shop to review your retirement documents, balance statements, and more.

Complicated, Made Simple

Your financial picture may be more complex than ever—but with True Blue, there’s no need for you to micromanage every aspect of it. We’re here to answer your questions and clarify complexity.

Most Frequently Asked Questions About Charitable Giving

Yes! In today’s tax environment, we know that charitable giving can be an especially important part of your estate, tax, and financial planning. There are several ways you can give, each with its pros and cons. Motives and methods may vary, but the key is to have a clear plan. We want to help you maximize your giving.

Yes! Our team wholeheartedly believes that charitable giving in retirement is possible with the right plan—and with a team of advisors to help you achieve your goals. Depending on the type of your estate, the amount you want to give, and how you want to gift, there are many ways to give smart from the heart. It all starts with a plan to help ensure you are giving an amount you can afford without causing possible financial stress.

The amount you can give depends on your income level, your personal financial situation, and your savings needs—but giving through tax-advantaged vehicles like Donor Advised Funds, qualified charitable distributions (QCDs), highly appreciated assets, or charitable trusts can help increase your giving and your overall impact. 

While charitable giving is a personal matter of the heart, developing a prudent strategy will help ensure your money and efforts are put to good use. We want to explore all your options and work together to create a targeted action plan designed for maximum long-term impact. 

Charitable Giving Resources

Helping Hand: Giving Back with Planned Philanthropy
Tax Reform and Charitable Giving
Your guide to the 2025 giving Season

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True Blue Financial Benton Harbor, MI office

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667 W Main St Suite A
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
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