Ten Talents Foundation Blog
2024 Ten Talents Foundation Annual Impact Report
Dear Friends, As we reflect on 2024, one word comes to mind: growth . Growth is rarely easy—it comes with stretching, refining, and moments of uncertainty. This year was no exception. We’ve navigated challenges, asked...
What is the role of a Community Foundation? Multiplying Generosity in a Region for Lasting Impact
At Ten Talents Foundation, we see both the challenges and opportunities in the Central California region. The San Joaquin Valley has the highest rate of violent crime in California (PPIC, 2023) and shorter life spans...
Give More, Pay Less in Taxes: How Asset-Based Giving Maximizes Your Impact
At Ten Talents Foundation, we love educating our community about tax-wise and strategic ways to give. Many people want to be generous, but their wealth isn’t always in cash—it’s often tied up in assets like real...
How a Donor Advised Fund Works
At Ten Talents Foundation, we believe generosity should be simple, strategic, and impactful. Yet, many people struggle to balance tax-efficient giving with supporting multiple organizations they love. Donor Advised...
How to Make a Lasting Impact through an Estate Plan: Insights from Experienced Attorney, Lanier Thomas
Lanier Thomas is a seasoned estate planning attorney at Fennemore Dowling Aaron Law Firm based in Fresno, CA. When asked why he became an estate planning attorney, Lanier said, “I wanted to help people build and...
How this Church Gym is bringing Hope to one of California’s Poorest Neighborhoods
The Challenge of Leading a Church in Southeast Fresno "God has given me the privilege of pastoring this church for 24 years." says Pastor Elias Loera. Family Christian Assembly is located in Southeast Fresno and is...
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