Wherever you are in your charitable giving process, we are here to support you. The Winona Community Foundation is just that –the community’s foundation– and we are here to help increase charitable giving, deepen your connections with the causes you care about, and provide leadership on critical community issues. Here’s where you can find a number of resources and tools tailored for your needs. Check them out!
If you’re looking for additional information or advice, reach out to us directly and we’d be happy to help.
Tax deduction? What tax deduction?
Despite–or perhaps in light of–the recent whirlwind of commentary about new federal laws [...]
Philanthropy is for everyone: Three tips for young adults
Photo Courtesy of Visit Winona “Philanthropy” may sound like something reserved for [...]
Lean on us: Five reasons to call the Winona Community Foundation
In an economic and legislative environment full of unpredictability, we encourage you to [...]
Ask the Expert
Beginning in tax year 2026, a new federal “universal charitable deduction” allows more people [...]
Strengthening Community Through Strategic Giving and a Donor Advised Fund: Tom and Annmarie’s Story
Through a Donor-advised fund, individuals are able to make tax-deductible charitable gifts [...]
Facilitating their philanthropy through a Donor Advised Fund: Pat & Jerry Papenfuss discuss the benefits
Pat and Jerry Papenfuss in 2023. Through a Donor-advised [...]
Is a Donor Advised Fund (DAF) right for you?
Through a Donor-advised fund, individuals are able to make tax-deductible charitable gifts into their [...]
Make a plan–and make your favorite charities part of it
As you consider whether the time might be right for you to formalize [...]


