Good News for Charitable Donors Using Retirement Assets

Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) continue to become even more attractive for charitably minded retirees.

Building a Board That Makes a Difference

One of the most common conversations we have with local nonprofit leaders centers on board service. Recruiting dedicated volunteers is challenging enough, but creating a board that remains engaged, informed, and effective over time is often an even bigger hurdle.

Build a Charitable Portfolio That Evolves with the Outer Banks

One of the most rewarding parts of our work at the Outer Banks Community Foundation is helping donors think about philanthropy as a portfolio—not just a series of individual gifts.

Summer at the Community Foundation

Summer has a way of creating space to think—about family, about community, and about the impact you want your giving to have over time.

Case Study: Helping Coastal North Carolina Business Owners Exit with Purpose

From construction companies and marine trades to hospitality groups, retail, and professional services, generation after generation of entrepreneurs have built successful enterprises rooted in this region. For many of your clients, these businesses are more than income—they are identity, legacy, and community impact.

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.

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.