How Charitable Giving Can Lower Your Capital Gains Tax
Between the stock you have held since the early 2000s and the rental property you inherited from your parents, you are sitting on more unrealized value than you keep in the bank.
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In this blog by The Orange Catholic Foundation, you'll find charitable giving ideas, planning insights and practical answers that help you, your family and your trusted advisors make informed decisions before they become last-minute decisions.
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Donating Real Estate to the Church
You have owned the rental property for decades. The tenants have changed many times, the roof has been redone twice, and some mornings, you wonder whether managing it is still worth the trouble.
Donating Stock to Charity: The Tax-Smart Way to Give
You bought the shares sometime in the nineties or the early 2000s, tucked them into a brokerage account and mostly forgot about them.
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How Charitable Giving Can Lower Your Capital Gains Tax
Between the stock you have held since the early 2000s and the rental property you inherited from your parents, you are sitting on more unrealized value than you keep in the bank.
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Donating Real Estate to the Church
You have owned the rental property for decades. The tenants have changed many times, the roof has been redone twice, and some mornings, you wonder whether managing it is still worth the trouble.
Read MoreFinancial
Donating Stock to Charity: The Tax-Smart Way to Give
You bought the shares sometime in the nineties or the early 2000s, tucked them into a brokerage account and mostly forgot about them.
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Has Your Estate Plan Kept Up with Your Life?
A will, trust and estate plan isn’t a “create it and forget about it” type of document. Big life moments often call for a fresh look. Consider these nine spiritual and practical questions as you review your plan today.
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The Orange Catholic Foundation Announces New Executive Director
The Orange Catholic Foundation (OCF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Kathleen Hurtt as its new Executive Director. On July 1, 2026, Hurtt, currently the Executive Vice President, will assume her new role, as Steve Cameron transitions from Executive Director into becoming a member of the Foundation’s board of directors.
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Celebration
Pastor Turns Birthday Celebration into a Gift of Gratitude
Birthdays are a time to celebrate, but for Fr. Sy Nguyen, pastor at Holy Family Catholic Church in Orange, it has also become moments of profound purpose. One moment led him to say "yes" to God's call to the seminary. The other, more recently, inspired him to create a gift that will bless others for generations to come.
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Knowledge
10 Inspiring Verses for a Grateful Heart
How do you show gratitude in your everyday life? When we choose to live with a thankful heart, we begin to experience the deep joy, peace and love that Christ offers.
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Christ Cathedral News
Shroud Museum Sparks Family’s Hope for Evangelization
The Shroud of Turin: An Immersive Experience opens at Christ Cathedral, marking a new chapter in Orange County’s evangelization efforts. This world-class exhibit, made possible by donor generosity, honors the vision of the late Hank Evers and many others who saw the Shroud as a powerful catalyst for faith.
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Santa Margarita Eagles Soar on Shoulders of Legacy
His passion for Santa Margarita Catholic High School football was unmatched. Bradley “Brad” Dillahunty played with heart and led with kindness. When he tragically passed away in a car accident in June 2008, his family chose to honor his legacy in a powerful way. Today, more than 40 scholarship recipients carry his light forward. Each one is a part of OCF’s 25-year story of impact and hope.
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