We asked Rob Hughes, Vice President of Development at Porter-Leath and a Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy®, to share some tips on making charitable gifts through your estate plan.

October 28 is National Immigrants Day, first established by President Ronald Reagan as a time to recognize the achievements and contributions of immigrants who have enriched our nation’s cultural, social, and economic landscape. In Memphis, five percent of residents are immigrants or refugees, strengthening our communities through their skills, businesses, and traditions.

October 20 kicks off National Estate Planning Awareness Week—a reminder that intentionality can help create a legacy that includes not just your assets, but also the values and causes you care about. Jason Salomon, attorney with Harkavy McDaniel Kaplan & Salomon, says charitable giving is an essential part of his estate planning conversations with clients.

We asked Harris Shelton estate attorney Chad Roberts to share what he wishes people would know about estate planning.

As we approach year-end financial planning, the Community Foundation encourages you to take a thoughtful, strategic approach to your charitable giving. Memphians are generous by nature—but too often, gifts are made in response to the latest request rather than with a clear plan.

and how do you find it?

Kacky Walton spoke with Susan Ferkin of the Memphis Arts Collective about the group’s "2025 Holiday Artist Market," opening on Friday, November 21, and running through Wednesday, December 24, at Gattas Plaza.

… and it’s not too early to start preparing for the big day.

Kacky Walton spoke with Memphis artist Brantley Ellzey about his new solo exhibit, "Reflection + Ritual + Refuge," on view at Crosstown Arts now through Sunday, January 25, 2026.

The holiday season kicks off in the Mid-South with New Ballet’s annual production of "NutRemix," their reimagining of Tchaikovsky’s classic set on Beale Street and featuring the Memphis Symphony Orchestra (MSO) and special guests.