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Huntsville-based Torch Technologies achieves long-time goal of full employee ownership
January 12, 2012
By Marian Accardi, The Huntsville Times HUNTSVILLE, Alabama -- Huntsville-based Torch Technologies recently achieved a long-time goal of full employee ownership, a move that created the opportunity for employees, directors and investors to commit to more than $1 million in charitable contributions.
United Cerebral Palsy partnering with Community Foundation of Huntsville/Madison County
December 06, 2011
By Shelly Haskins, The Huntsville Times HUNTSVILLE, Alabama -- United Cerebral Palsy of Huntsville and the Tennessee Valley Inc. has entered a partnership with the Community Foundation of Huntsville/Madison County to help grow its endowments.
Panelists at Summit on Philanthropy in Huntsville share a passion for giving back
November 10, 2011
By Marian Accardi, The Huntsville Times HUNTSVILLE, Alabama -- The speakers at the 2011 Summit on Philanthropy in Huntsville share a passion for giving back that started at an early age and developed because of the support and mentoring they received over the years.
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November 2, 2011 By John Peck, The Huntsville Times HUNTSVILLE, Alabama -- Mention the word philanthropy and most people think it is an activity exclusive to the wealthy. But even those who don't draw a hefty paycheck or have a large inheritance can give generously - with tax advantages to boot. November 1, 2011 By Yvonne T. Betowt, The Huntsville Times HUNTSVILLE, Alabama -- The Jane Knight Lowe Charitable Foundation will receive the first Community Foundation Philanthropy Award at the second annual Summit on Philanthropy Nov. 10 at the HudsonAlpha Jackson Center. October 31, 2011 The Community Foundation of Huntsville/Madison County was recently selected to manage a fund for the AIDS Action Coalition. According to Community Foundation Board Chairman Dr. James Gilbert, "We are honored to be of assistance to the AIDS Action Coalition in this way. October 14, 2011 The Community Foundation of Huntsville/Madison County recently established a restricted fund for the Rise School of Huntsville. Donations may be made to the Community Foundation and earmarked for the Rise School of Huntsville Fund, enabling donors to receive a tax deduction and the Rise School to raise much-needed start-up funds.
Summit on giving can bring out the philanthropist in all of us
Community Foundation to honor Lowe Foundation during Summit on Philanthropy Nov. 10
AIDS Action Coalition Establishes Fund With Community Foundation
The Rise School of Huntsville Establishes New Fund with Community Foundation
Welcome!
Our Mission
The Community Foundation's mission is to increase giving in our community. Our primary objectives are to educate donors about the tax benefits of giving and provide tax advantageous avenues for giving. In so doing, we are able to strengthen our community's nonprofits and churches by increasing the donor pool offering them cost-efficient management of their resources.
Calculating the Tax Savings of a Donation
Use this simple calculator to figure out the net cost of a donation. Just enter the amount you would like to give and your federal tax bracket (see chart). The calculator will display the net cost of the donation and the tax savings.
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2009 Federal Income Tax Brackets
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Taxable Income
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| Marginal Tax Rate | Single | Married Filing Jointly or Qualified Widow(er) | Married Filing Separately | Head of Household |
| 10% | $0 - $8,350 | $0 - $16,700 | $0 - $8,350 | $0 - $11,950 |
| 15% | $8,350 - $33,950 | $16,700 - $67,900 | $8,350 - $33,950 | $11,950 - $45,500 |
| 25% | $33,950 - $82,250 | $67,900 - $137,050 | $33,950 - $68,525 | $45,500- $117,450 |
| 28% | $82,250 - $171,550 | $137,050- $208,850 | $68,525 - $104,425 | $117,450- $190,200 |
| 33% | $171,500 - $372,950 | $208,850 - $372,950 | $104,425 - $186,475 | $190,200- $372,950 |
| 35% | Over $372,950 | Over $372,950 | Over $186,475 | Over $372,950 |
Non-Profit Funds invested by the Community Foundation of Huntsville/Madison County:
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