Connor Ryan, MBA, CIM Portfolio Manager & Wealth Advisor | RBC Dominion Securities | Bracebridge Charitable giving can play a crucial role in addressing social challenges, and many individuals and organizations are increasingly seeking effective ways to make a difference. While financial contributions are essential, true impact can go beyond making monetary donations. Here, we’ll touch on three of The Five Ts of charitable giving that can catalyze lasting change in your community and beyond. Time: Engaging with charitable organizations and the communities they serve, volunteers develop a deeper understanding of societal challenges and the ways in which individuals can make a difference. Research indicates that volunteering can increase happiness by exposing you to people with common interests and provide meaningful activities which enhance your sense of purpose. Treasure: The most common form of giving involves making monetary donations, during life or through your estate, to registered charities. This provides the necessary funding for these organizations to create a positive impact on society. By understanding and leveraging tax incentives, donors can amplify the impact of their giving, and benefit from tax credits. For example, while cash is often first thought of, the donation of appreciated securities may provide even greater tax benefits. A donation of life insurance may allow you to turn a modest gift today into a large gift in the future. Ties: Ties involves creating connections with like-minded individuals, and fostering a community of shared passions, interests, or values. Collaborating with other donors, non-profits, government entities or community leaders can create an effective impact. Through collective efforts, stakeholders can leverage their resources, share their best practices, and address complex social challenges more comprehensively. To read the full article click here .

Join our April webinar with guest speaker, Laura Thomas! Date: Tuesday, April 16th, 2024 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Location: Zoom platform (link sent after registration) To register, email Camryn at info@muskokaconservancy.org Discover the benefits of having native plants in your Muskoka garden. Learn which native plants are best at supporting wildlife in Muskoka as well as the plants best suited to your Muskoka landscape. From shallow rocky soils to shorelines and tree-shaded gardens, you will learn which plants will thrive in your garden. Learn design and maintenance tips that will ensure your native plants look great and will thrive regardless of your style of garden. Laura operates, Hidden Habitat, a native plant nursery that grows wildflowers, grasses and shrubs native to Ontario. They sell Ontario native wildflower seeds, sustainably harvested from their cultivated fields in Muskoka and offer ecological landscaping and garden design services.