Why Donor Advised Funds Are Still Essential in 2026

For many CPAs, estate planning attorneys and financial advisors, the end of 2025 brought a whirlwind of charitable planning activity, particularly among high-income clients. With the new charitable deduction 0.5 […]

For Professional Advisors

By Cecilia Martinez

January 15, 2026

CEO Letter: Answering the Call, Together

A few months ago, I experienced one of those rare days that fills the soul. At the San Antonio Business Journal’s Impact Awards, we heard powerful stories of neighbors feeding […]

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By Nadege Souvenir

January 14, 2026

Showing Up: Area Foundation Responds to Kerrville Tragedy

Coming to the Aid of a Neighbor in Crisis Laura Giacomoni smiled at the sight of her two sons and their two cousins splashing in the waist-deep water of a […]

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By San Antonio Area Foundation

January 8, 2026

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San Antonio Area Foundation Establishes Professional Advisor Council

The San Antonio Area Foundation is launching a Professional Advisor Council (PAC), a leadership network designed to strengthen charitable giving across Greater San Antonio. The council engages professionals who guide […]

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By Jeanna Balreira

January 6, 2026

A Look Back: Area Foundation’s 2025 Year-In-Review

Following the excitement of its 60th anniversary year in 2024, the San Antonio Area Foundation (SAAFdn) entered 2025 with momentum, and a mission to keep driving impact in a rapidly […]

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By San Antonio Area Foundation

December 29, 2025

A Key To Client Retention: Charitable Planning

Retaining clients is at the core of long-term business growth. As every professional advisor knows, earning continued work from an existing client is far easier, and far more cost-effective, than […]

For Professional Advisors

By Cecilia Martinez

December 18, 2025

Countdown To 2026: 10 Tips For Charitable Giving

At the San Antonio Area Foundation, we are honored to work with you and so many other families, individuals, and businesses to help organize your charitable giving and support favorite […]

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By Cecilia Martinez

December 7, 2025

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Celebrate Giving Tuesday with Gifts that Give Back

Happy Giving Tuesday! Today’s national movement reminds us of the extraordinary things we can accomplish when generosity leads the way. The San Antonio Area Foundation marks the occasion for 2025 […]

Blog, Giving Tips

By Jeanna Balreira

December 2, 2025

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Exploring Donor-Advised Funds: Flexible & Tax-Friendly

As an attorney, CPA, or financial advisor, you have likely noticed the surge in coverage around donor-advised funds (DAFs). And for good reason – these vehicles help clients achieve both […]

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By Cecilia Martinez

November 25, 2025

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