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Since 1955, we have been privileged to be part of many wonderful legacies by connecting donor generosity to local needs. We serve as a faithful steward for many types of philanthropic gifts and help donors create lasting legacies of giving.
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We seek to support organizations committed to improving the lives of our neighbors. We help people who love Lincoln direct charitable gifts to support our local nonprofits and we make grants that respond to urgent needs in our community.
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We are a catalyzing force that seeks to create a better future for our community. We focus our support to address identified community needs and opportunities by uniting people, institutions and resources to lead positive change.
Philanthropy in motion.
Since 1955, the philanthropic vision of generous donors has laid the groundwork for a brighter future.
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1,215Active Funds
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623Donor Advised Funds
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403Benefactors
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531Legacy Society Members
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LCF’s scholarship application for 2026-2027 is now open!
Generous donors have established 93 scholarship funds that benefit students in Lancaster County and across the state of Nebraska. These funds award around 300 scholarship opportunities totaling more than $600,000.
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When you reach a certain age, the federal government requires you to withdraw or distribute a portion of your IRA investment and consequently pay taxes on the amount withdrawn. By using a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) to support a qualified charity, those funds are transferred directly to that charitable organization, tax-free.
As an attorney, CPA, or financial advisor, you probably work with several clients who own a family business. You’ve likely also considered that there may be a role for strategic philanthropy in family business succession planning to help clients get ready for an eventual exit.
If you’ve heard of a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) but aren’t quite sure how it works – or whether it makes sense for you – you’re not alone. Many donors begin exploring QCDs when they reach a certain age and start taking required minimum distributions from their IRAs and notice the impact on their taxable income.
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We're looking for a Senior Philanthropic Advisor to cultivate philanthropic relationships with an emphasis on legacy and planned gifts, helping donors make a lasting impact in our community.
