Choosing a Charity: How to Make an Informed Decision
With so many causes, organizations, and charities to choose from, it can be overwhelming to decide where to direct your support. Whether you’re donating money, time, or other resources, it’s essential to ensure that your contributions are going to a reputable organization that uses them effectively. Here are key factors to consider when selecting a […]
Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center Expands Women and Infant Services with Support from Sun Health Foundation
Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center has recently unveiled a significant expansion to its Women and Infant Services department, marking a milestone in providing enhanced care for mothers and newborns. The new addition includes three state-of-the-art recovery bays, a crucial space or patients recovering from cesarean sections and other surgical procedures. This expansion was made […]
Maximizing Your Charitable Giving with a Qualified Charitable Distribution
As year-end approaches, many individuals look for ways to reduce their taxable income while giving back to causes they care about. One effective strategy for charitable giving is the Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from an Individual Retirement Account (IRA). A QCD allows individuals who are 70½ years or older to transfer funds directly from their […]
Understanding Legacy Giving: Leaving a Lasting Impact
When it comes to supporting charities and organizations, the options are plentiful. One powerful way to extend your philanthropic impact is through legacy giving. But what does it mean to be a legacy donor, and how can you make a difference? What is Legacy Giving? Legacy giving involves making gifts to nonprofits as part of […]
Give the Perfect Gift This Season
During the holidays, do you often struggle to find the perfect gift for loved ones? This season, consider a gift that will honor them. If you know someone who values the meaningful work we do at Sun Health, consider making a donation in his or her honor. These tribute gifts are also a great way […]
The Perfect Solution
Sun Health Foundation donor gives back through IRA distributions By Susie Steckner Chuck Cassada enjoyed a long and successful career in the field of finance. So when he retired, it only made sense for him to give back using his extensive experience and know-how. He first served as a community volunteer focused on financial issues, […]
Lifetime of Giving
Joyce Barrett supports the community as a volunteer and donor By Susie Steckner Joyce Barrett has devoted her life to teaching others – whether first-graders discovering the joy of reading or a church group on a museum outing or new hospital volunteers learning the ropes. Her giving nature has extended well beyond helping only those […]
Right Thing to Do
Jim and Ria Hess leave a legacy gift and support medical care in the community. By Susie Steckner Jim and Ria Hess have enjoyed many blessings during their 48-year marriage: a long career, world travel, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, an active lifestyle and interesting hobbies in retirement. In planning their estate, the Sun City […]
Real Estate: A Grand Way to Help Others
As a former tax attorney, I have been able to help Sun Health Foundation donors think creatively about different ways to make a charitable gift. One option sometimes overlooked, and that can be a win-win, is a gift of real estate. If you want to use real estate to support your favorite charitable cause, you […]
In Lieu of Flowers
Memorial gifts supporting research honor husband’s career in education By Susie Steckner and Ken Reinstein Barbara and Jonas Lashmet devoted their lives to the field of education and supporting philanthropic causes. So when Jonas passed away from dementia, Barbara wanted the perfect tribute to honor her husband and leave a legacy. She found just the right […]
