Why 2026 Is Different: A Few Tax-Time Reminders

With new tax rules taking effect in 2026, a quick conversation with your CPA—and with us—can help make sure your generosity is working as hard as it can for both you and our community.

Remembering Elmer Reuben Midgett, Jr.

It is with great sadness that the Outer Banks Community…

Women and Philanthropy: Shaping the Outer Banks Across Generations

March is Women’s History Month, and here on the Outer Banks, it’s a powerful time to reflect on the women whose generosity has helped shape this place we all love.

Worth a Look: Charitable Gifts of Real Estate on the Outer Banks

It's not surprising that some of the most transformational gifts to the Outer Banks Community Foundation have come through donations of real estate, made either during a donor’s lifetime or as part of an estate plan.

What type of fund—or combination of funds—is right for you?

At the Outer Banks Community Foundation, we often hear the same question: “What kind of fund should I open?” And just as often, we hear the uncertainty behind it. Many people sense there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer—but they’re not quite sure how to choose.

The Tiny Tax Law Change That Could Spark a Wave of Boomer Charity

Proposed, important legislation has been introduced that may knock down an arbitrary tax wall.

Planning for Incapacity: Why Charitable Intentions Matter

So many of you weave generosity into your plans—through your wills, trusts, beneficiary designations, or simply through the causes you support year after year. But there’s one part of planning that often gets overlooked: documenting charitable intentions in the event of incapacity.

Giving Back on the Outer Banks: What to Know About Tax-Deductible Gifts

As the year winds down here on the Outer Banks, many of us start thinking about giving back—to the places, people, and causes that make this community so special.

Donor-Advised Funds: So Much to Celebrate

Here at the Outer Banks Community Foundation, we often talk with people who are surprised to learn just how many ways there are to give back through their local community foundation. In addition to legacy gifts and scholarships, one of the most flexible and rewarding options is a donor-advised fund.

Lean on Us: Five Reasons to Call the Outer Banks Community Foundation

In times like these—when both the economy and policy landscape feel unpredictable—it’s more important than ever to have trusted partners in your corner. That’s where we come in. At the Outer Banks Community Foundation, we’re here to help you give back in ways that are smart, meaningful, and impactful—both for your family and for our unique Outer Banks community.