Looking for a meaningful way to make an impact in your community?
Join us at Makers Mill for a thoughtful and welcoming morning at Coffee & Conversation: The Art of Smart Givingon Friday, May 15 from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. This is one of those events where you can grab a coffee, settle in, and leave with a fresh perspective.
We’ll be gathering in the upstairs conference room for an informal conversation focused on smart, tax-efficient ways to support the causes you care about. Come listen, ask questions, and walk away with a clearer sense of how to give thoughtfully.
What We’ll Explore
During the session, we’ll walk through a few different approaches to giving that can help you make a greater impact, including:
- Donating non-cash assets like appreciated stock
- IRA distributions as part of charitable giving
- Donor-advised funds and how they work
- How recent tax law changes may influence your decisions
The goal is simple: to help you feel more confident and informed about the choices available to you.
Meet the Speaker
We’re pleased to welcome Brian H. Laing, Financial Advisor with Edward Jones, who will guide the conversation and answer questions along the way.
Brian brings a thoughtful, personalized approach to financial planning, helping individuals and families align their investments and giving with their long-term goals and comfort with risk. This is a great opportunity to hear from someone who understands both the technical side and the human side of giving.
A Note from Josh
“This is a great conversation to be part of,” says Josh Arnold, Executive Director of Makers Mill. “It’s about finding smart, thoughtful ways to support the community and the causes you care about.”
Stay for a Tour
If you haven’t spent much time at Makers Mill—or if you’d just like a fresh look—you’re invited to stay for a free tour at 10:00 a.m. It’s a great way to see the spaces, meet people, and get a feel for the creativity and collaboration happening here every day.
Join Us
We’ll have coffee, muffins, and good conversation waiting for you.
👉 Please RSVP here:
https://makersmill.org/tax-smart-giving
At Makers Mill, we believe in creating space for learning, connection, and meaningful action. This morning is a simple way to do all three.
We hope to see you there.