Posts by Anne Beifuss
Freedom to Take Your Time
From the time we are young, we are taught that decisions about money are not to be taken lightly. We need to take the time to decide where our hard-earned money goes. Whether it is saving up for a car, a holiday or a home, life experience familiarizes us with the pillars of financial literacy.…
Read MoreDonate Now, Disburse Later
Are you facing additional or unusual taxable income? Consider a Generosity Plan™ to help you make a strategic donation now and support your favourite charities for years to come. John* was nearing retirement when an economic downturn forced his company to make some tough decisions. The severance package he received provided more than he needed…
Read MoreSeasons of Generosity
Generosity happens in every season of life, but the amount of time, money, or energy we can give will certainly vary. “We are called to give whichever one [time, money, energy] we have in abundance,” explains Bob Tiessen, a life-long practitioner of generous giving. Establishing Generosity: The Early Years of Giving As children growing up…
Read MoreA Business Option Worth Considering
Business succession planning provides the perfect opportunity to use strategic generosity to fulfill your charitable aspirations while maximizing tax efficiency. The majority of small and mid-sized businesses in Canada are owned by individuals over fifty[1]. Within the next 10-20 years, many of these businesses will experience an ownership transition due to life events such as: Retirement…
Read MoreA Moment of Kindness
It wasn’t really a bad day, but there had been enough inconveniences to put me in a bad mood. I tripped and bruised my knee. The milk was sour, a fact I only discovered after it was in my mouth. I was stood-up at a meeting I’d confirmed. The zipper on my jacket broke. None of…
Read MoreWorth the Effort: Donating Private Company Shares
Writing a cheque may be the most obvious way to give to charity, but if you own shares in a Canadian Controlled Private Corporation (CCPC), donating those shares to charity in-kind has the potential to provide significant additional tax benefits. Complex rules apply to this gift planning strategy, but with proper planning and professional advice…
Read MoreFebruary 2021 Newsletter
Practicing generosity together is what keeps a family strong, both in this current generation and for generations to come. web.abundance.ca/cn/a4f7n/feb2021
Read MoreJanuary 2021 Newsletter
In our first e-news of 2021, we offer you inspiring examples of the different ways people give and the mutual benefits of generosity. web.abundance.ca/cn/a4f7n/january2021
Read MoreDecember 2020 Newsletter
Christmas greetings with a special message from Darren Pries-Klassen, CEO. Read here: https://mailchi.mp/abundance.ca/december2020newsletter
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