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Care Impact 'Neighbourly' Podcast: Making Generosity Part of Everyday Life with Tammy Kyte

Posted on: Apr 30, 2026

Tammy Kyte shares insights on generosity, community impact, and how simple structures can support more intentional giving.

Giving & Philanthropy

Family Foundation or Donor-Advised Fund? Rethinking Modern Family Philanthropy

Posted on: Apr 15, 2026

Do families still need a foundation to be serious about philanthropy? Explore how donor-advised funds offer a simpler way to organize family giving and build a legacy of generosity.Do families still need a foundation to be serious about philanthropy? Explore how donor-advised funds offer a simpler way to organize family giving and build a legacy of generosity.

Giving & Philanthropy

Should You Use a Donor-Advised Fund in Canada? A Simple Donor Checklist

Posted on: Apr 1, 2026

A simple checklist to help Canadian donors decide whether a donor-advised fund is the right fit for organizing and managing their charitable giving.

Giving & Philanthropy

Charitable Tax Receipts in Canada: What Donors Need to Know

Posted on: Mar 5, 2026

A simple guide to how charitable tax receipts work in Canada — when they’re issued, what donations qualify, and how to keep your records organized for tax season.

Giving & Philanthropy

What Actually Qualifies for a Charitable Tax Receipt in Canada

Posted on: Feb 23, 2026

Financial advisors are often asked what qualifies for a charitable tax receipt in Canada. This guide outlines CRA rules, securities donations, timing considerations, and common tax-season questions.

News & Announcements

GiveGenius Expanded: Helping Charities Receive Larger Gifts

Posted on: Feb 11, 2026

Press Release — GiveWise Foundation Canada has announced an expanded approach to GiveGenius, its charity-facing giving solution designed to help nonprofits better support today's increasingly strategic donors.

Giving & Philanthropy

Thinking About Your Giving Strategy This Year?

Posted on: Feb 4, 2026

Why charitable giving should be part of your financial plan — and how thoughtful generosity supports both impact and long-term goals.

News & Announcements

Generosity in Motion: What 2025 Taught Us About How Canadians Give

Posted on: Jan 30, 2026

A look back at 2025 — and what the data reveals about how Canadians are choosing to give, and why it matters for the future of generosity.

Giving & Philanthropy

2025 in One Word: Postcards from the Year of Generosity

Posted on: Dec 17, 2025

As 2025 comes to a close, the GiveWise team reflects on the year through a simple lens: one word. Shared as postcard-style reflections, these stories capture moments of generosity, growth, presence, and connection that shaped the year.

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