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L'organisation Convoy of Hope s'est mobilisée pour aider les habitants de l'Oklahoma à se reconstruire et à retrouver espoir.":1,"#You searched for RODE OF VOLUNTEERS | Convoy of Hope":1,"#On May 20, 2013 a mile-wide EF5 tornado with 200+ mph winds devastated Moore, Oklahoma, taking 24 lives, injuring 377, and destroying 1,150 homes. Convoy of Hope has been active in helping the people of Oklahoma to recover and find hope…":1,"#On an unseasonably cool day in June, Emma entered a local rodeo arena with her sons Anthony and Gabriel, unsure of what she’d find. They weren’t there to see broncos or bull riders; Emma heard about an event that could…":1,"#8 results for “RODE OF VOLUNTEERS”":1,"#Pooled Income Fund: 2026 Overview":1,"#Pooled Income Fund":1,"#Your charitable giving plan is a marathon, not a sprint — we’ll provide ongoing check-ins to make sure you’re on track to reach your goals.":1,"#Don’t create a plan without consulting with your tax or financial advisor. We’re here to guide you through this process to ensure you’re confident in your ability to communicate what you want to accomplish.":1,"#What are the pros and cons of a PIF?":1,"#But let’s face it, navigating the complex world of pooled income funds <strong ljsid-1=\"\">can feel overwhelming.</strong>":1,"#A pooled income fund blends charitable giving with financial planning. You contribute to a pooled investment trust, receive lifetime income, <strong ljsid-1=\"\">and secure valuable tax benefits while removing assets from your estate to help reduce federal estate taxes.</strong>":1,"#DAFs are often easier to set up and can accept complex gifts, similar to a private foundation, but with less administrative cost and strict governance.":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">• <a ljsid-0-1=\"\">Donor‑Advised Fund (DAF)</a>:</strong> Lets you contribute assets, receive a tax benefit, and advise on grants over time — but provides <em ljsid-2=\"\">no income stream</em> or access to the gift for you or beneficiaries after it is made.":1,"#What is a Pooled Income Fund?":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">• Pooled Income Fund:</strong> Focuses on lifetime income and eventual legacy to charity.":1,"#These two vehicles serve distinct charitable strategies.":1,"#Pooled Income Fund vs. Donor‑Advised Fund":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Bottom line:</strong> If predictability matters, a gift annuity may suit you; if you’re comfortable with market‑linked income and potential upside, consider a pooled income fund.":1,"#rates set at the time of the gift.":1,"#fixed income":1,"#Offers":1,"#Charitable Gift Annuity":1,"#Income varies with performance of the pooled investments.":1,"#• Pooled Income Fund:":1,"#Both offer lifetime income, but they differ in predictability.":1,"#Pooled Income Fund vs. Charitable Gift Annuity":1,"#<strong ljsid-0=\"\">Summary:</strong> If you want simplicity and a straightforward income stream, a pooled income fund might work. <strong ljsid-2=\"\">If you want control over investments and structure, a CRT may be better.</strong>":1,"#More complex with greater flexibility.":1,"#Simpler, typically fewer legal setup costs.":1,"#Tax planning complexity":1,"#Typically requires larger gifts.":1,"#Often lower.":1,"#Minimum contribution":1,"#Your trustee controls investments.":1,"#In this article<a ljsid-1=\"\">*</a>, we’ll discuss:":1,"#Run by the charity’s managers.":1,"#Investment control":1,"#Can be fixed annuity or percentage of trust value.":1,"#Variable, tied to the fund’s investment returns and rate of return.":1,"#Income payments":1,"#Charitable Remainder Trust (CRT)":1,"#Pooled Income Fund (PIF)":1,"#Feature":1,"#Both vehicles let you donate assets, receive income, and benefit charity — <strong ljsid-1=\"\">yet they differ in flexibility, control, and structure.</strong>":1,"#Pooled Income Fund vs. Charitable Remainder Trust":1,"#Whether you’re planning your estate, thinking about a charitable legacy, or exploring ways to reduce taxes — like federal estate taxes — <strong ljsid-1=\"\">understanding how pooled income funds work can help you make smarter financial and philanthropic decisions.</strong>":1,"#Unlike a private foundation where gifts can be deployed immediately, in a pooled income fund, the charity doesn’t receive your gifts until after all income beneficiaries have passed.":1,"#Delayed charity impact:":1,"#Income distributions from the fund are taxed as ordinary income, even if the underlying assets generate dividends or gains.":1,"#Ordinary income tax:":1,"#The rate of return on investments affects your lifetime income. Payments can fluctuate, unlike fixed-income products.":1,"#Variable income:":1,"#Once assets are contributed, such as cash, securities, or mutual funds, you can’t take them back.":1,"#Irrevocable gifts:":1,"#The charity manages the pooled investments; you’re relieved of investment decision‑making.":1,"#• Secure significant tax benefits while supporting the causes you care about most.":1,"#Professional management:":1,"#Donating appreciated assets like stock or real estate helps you avoid paying capital gains taxes you’d owe if you sold them outright.":1,"#Avoid capital gains:":1,"#Contributions can generate significant tax benefits, including federal income tax deductions and reduced exposure to federal estate taxes when assets are removed from your taxable estate.":1,"#Tax advantages:":1,"#You (and your beneficiaries) typically receive regular income for life, based on the fund’s investment performance.":1,"#Lifetime income:":1,"#Pros":1,"#Knowing both can help you decide if a PIF fits your goals.":1,"#Every financial and charitable planning tool comes with advantages and trade‑offs.":1,"#• Receive lifetime income.":1,"#Pooled Income Fund: Pros & Cons":1,"#Pooled income funds often invest in a diversified mix of assets, including stocks, bonds, and mutual funds, to generate steady income which varies based on investment performance.":1,"#After the last income beneficiary passes away, the remaining assets in the fund are transferred to the charity or charities you selected.":1,"#Remaining Assets to Charity":1,"#Immediate charitable deduction and avoidance of capital gains taxes on appreciated assets you contribute.":1,"#Tax Benefits":1,"#You and/or your designated beneficiary or beneficiaries receive income from the fund’s earnings for life.":1,"#Lifetime Income":1,"#Once you donate, the gift is permanent and becomes part of the fund’s assets.":1,"#Irrevocable Contribution":1,"#• Contribute to a pooled investment trust.":1,"#Here’s the basic framework:":1,"#When you contribute to a pooled income fund, your assets (such as cash, stocks, or other investments) are pooled with those of other donors and invested collectively.":1,"#A pooled income fund is a type of <em ljsid-1=\"\">charitable trust </em>managed by a qualified nonprofit.":1,"#What Is a Pooled Income Fund?":1,"#donor advised fund":1,"#, and a":1,"#charitable gift annuity":1,"#charitable remainder trust":1,"#We'll dive deep into how Pooled Income Funds work, their advantages and disadvantages, and how they compare to other giving vehicles.":1,"#• How does a PIF compare to a":1,"#This charitable giving tool lets you:":1,"#If you’re exploring smart ways to support your favorite charities <em ljsid-1=\"\">and</em> receive income and tax benefits,<strong ljsid-3=\"\"> a Pooled Income Fund (PIF) could be a powerful option. </strong>":1,"#Women in Guatemala are “teching” the lead!\n\nIn Guatemala, Convoy of Hope is teaching women computer skills that they can use to succeed. A group of chief information officers got to encourage these participants — while also being encouraged themselves.\n\n“Being a CIO is something I never dreamed I could do,” said Melissa Fulmore Hardwick, CIO of CSI Companies.\n\nThese moments of mentorship and training are helping women grow skills and confidence. ♥️ \n\n#womeninbusiness #guatemala #centralamerica":1,"#Women in Guatemala are “teching” the lead! In Gua":1,"#Martial Status":1,"#Pastor Survey Fill out the form below to let Convoy of Hope get to know you better!":1,"#Pastor Survey | Convoy of Hope":1,"#Add a new row":1,"#Remove this row":1,"#Add another row":1,"#Birthday, Row 1":1,"#Name, Row 1":1,"#Mark Griffith":1,"#Troy Davis":1,"#Steve Furr":1,"#Ryan Jennings":1,"#Phil McMillian":1,"#Nick Garza":1,"#Mike Rima":1,"#Michael Redmon":1,"#Mark Cox":1,"#Laura Weddle":1,"#Jon French":1,"#Jeff Swaim":1,"#Jeff Anderson":1,"#Jack Risner":1,"#Gordon Mularski":1,"#Gary Hanson":1,"#Eddie Rentz":1,"#Dan Kuhn":1,"#Curtis Jones":1,"#Connor Sprague":1,"#Colby Atkins":1,"#Bryan McLees":1,"#Andrew Statezny":1,"#I don't know":1,"#Convoy Relationship Manager":1,"#Assistant Phone":1,"#Assistant Email":1,"#Assistant Name":1,"#Favorite Teams":1,"#Hobbies / Interests":1,"#Favorite Restaurants":1,"#Favorite Foods/Snacks":1,"#Shoe Size":1,"#Spouse Shirt Size":1,"#Title":1,"#XXXL":1,"#XXL":1,"#Large":1,"#Medium":1,"#Small":1,"#Shirt Size":1,"#Anniversary Date":1,"#Spouse Birthday":1,"#Spouse Name":1,"#Fill out the form below to let Convoy of Hope get to know you better!":1,"#Pastor Survey":1,"#Keep my one-time $5.00 gift":1,"#Smiling child eating a meal":1,"#Keep my one-time $10.00 gift":1,"#Give $5<span ljsid-3=\"\">/mo</span>":1,"#Instead of a generous one-time gift, would you consider giving a <strong ljsid-3=\"\">monthly gift</strong> throughout the year? In doing so, you’ll join a group of people who are critical to our work — ensuring food, water, and hope gets to people who need it most. You can adjust your giving at any time.":1,"#Help people all year long":1,"#Dole Nutrition Plus":1,"#Del Monte Foods":1,"#Danone Waters of America":1,"#Culligan International":1,"#Chicken of the Sea International":1,"#Annie’s, Inc.":1,"#Many organizations join Convoy of Hope partners in Moore, Oklahoma response efforts.":1,"#Thank You, GIK Disaster Donors!":1,"#Moore Response Partners | Convoy of Hope":1,"#Annie's Incorporated":1,"#Inman Incorporated":1,"#Mariani Packing Company Incorporated":1,"#Nissin Foods Company":1,"#Most recently, we mobilized with our partners and donors to bring relief supplies to Moore, Oklahoma, after the May 20, tornado struck. We’re thankful to all of our partners and our gifts-in-kind donors who stepped up to support our disaster efforts when we needed it most. Because of them, we are able to provide debris removal teams with the supplies they need and distribute food and water to survivors.":1,"#Tree Top Incorporated":1,"#Walmart Foundation":1,"#Tree Top, Inc.":1,"#Nissin Foods (USA) Co., Inc.":1,"#Nestlé Waters North America":1,"#Mariani Packing Co., Inc.":1,"#Inmar, Inc.":1,"#The Home Depot Foundation":1,"#Georgia-Pacific":1,"#In times of disaster, a quick response to those in need is critical to our disaster response operations. Our Supply Chain team mobilizes the instant a disaster strikes to get relief supplies to the affected area. One crucial component of that are our many partners who donate items to support our efforts. There is simply no way we would be able to reach disaster survivors if it wasn’t for our gifts-in-kind disaster donors.":1,"#Smaller File":1,"#Full Quality":1,"#Download the Video:":1,"#with Bruce Snavely, <em ljsid-1=\"\">Missouri State Beekeepers Association</em>":1,"#Beekeeping – Smoker Basics":1,"#CAFS_Corn Maize Sheller":1,"#Natural Air Grain Dryer":1,"#CAFS_Crop Rotation":1,"#organisation dédiée à l'autonomisation des femmes et <a ljsid-1=\"\">des communautés défavorisées</a>":1,"#des communautés défavorisées":1,"#International Women’s Day Quotes [2026 List]":1,"#International Women’s Day 2026 is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women and girls, raise awareness about the ongoing challenges they face, and call for action to promote gender equality. <strong ljsid-1=\"\">By working together, we can create a world where women have equal opportunities and are empowered to reach their full potential.</strong>":1,"#<a ljsid-0=\"\">Convoy:Women</a> — <strong ljsid-2=\"\">dedicated to empowering women and <a ljsid-2-1=\"\">communities in need</a></strong> — will observe International Women’s Day 2026 by <a ljsid-4=\"\">hosting a celebration</a> aimed at providing education and resources to women in underserved communities. Lauren Daigle is this year’s special guest. The two-time Grammy®, eight-time Billboard Music, four-time American Music, and twelve-time GMA Dove Music Award winner has performed at the Super Bowl (“America the Beautiful” with Trombone Shorty) and has garnered over a billion streams and years of sold-out world tours with performances spanning four continents (North America, Australia, Europe and Africa). From Carnegie Hall to the New Orleans Jazz Fest and Lollapalooza, Cape Town to the U.K. and Sydney, Red Rocks to The Greek Theater and Radio City Music Hall, Lauren’s status as a once-in-a-generation vocal powerhouse is undeniable.":1,"#Twelve notable empowering women quotes include:":1,"#International Women’s Day 2026: A Day to Celebrate Women’s Achievements & Advocate for Gender Equality":1,"#By clicking Donate, you authorize Convoy of Hope to charge you $100,000.00 on the 11th of each month until you cancel. You may adjust your gift at any time.":1,"#Please enter a valid phone number":1,"#We are grateful for every volunteer, church, business, and donor who has made what we do at Convoy of Hope possible. Because of you, our capacity to help others increased despite the pandemic. It’s truly inspiring to see how people came together and made a difference when everything else was uncertain.":1,"#Be sure to check back this week as we release in-depth stories about the work your generosity enables us to do.":1,"#The last 12 months have been unlike anything we could have expected. Even in the midst of immense hardship, Convoy of Hope saw people like you step up in a united act of compassion to share hope with others. We heard story after story from individuals who were hungry, thirsty or in need of a helping hand, and together we were able to offer them relief.":1,"#In 2020 Convoy of Hope saw people like you step up in a united act of compassion. Together we served, trained and empowered more people than ever.":1,"#Unstoppable: 2020 Couldn't Hold Back Your Kindness | Convoy of Hope":1,"#Thank you, again, for going above and beyond to help our neighbors in need, both close to home and far away. The value of your generosity and partnership cannot be overstated.":1,"#32 countries served through our COVID-19 response":1,"#36 international responses":1,"#26 U.S. responses":1,"#62 disaster responses":1,"#2,127 communities served in 21 program countries":1,"#200 million+ meals distributed globally through our COVID-19 response":1,"#387,000+ children fed in strategic feeding programs worldwide":1,"#2020 SNAPSHOT":1,"#That said, the numbers offer insight into what you helped us accomplish in 2020.":1,"#For Convoy of Hope, it’s not about breaking records, it’s about serving each person we come across with dignity, respect, and love.":1,"#Thousands more children have received nourishment through our Children’s Feeding program, more women have been equipped with knowledge and resources, and thousands more individuals have learned to grow food for their families. In response to the pandemic, disasters, and crises around the world, millions of people received the help they needed.":1,"#Add $1.05 to cover processing fees":1,"#“That hurricane season really helped us develop the POD concept,” says Randy. “Working through the concept of setting up a distribution hub that could service other neighborhoods and communities … all of that was developed further during those four hurricanes.”":1,"#To say the team was stretched thin would be an understatement. But Convoy has never been afraid to lean into the difficulties surrounding a disaster response. Everyone on staff stepped up and did what they could, regardless of whether or not it was part of their job description. Supply Chain workers traveled to Florida to assist in relief work, Community Events personnel helped with distribution, and they depended on the incredible generosity and kindness of local volunteers in Florida to make our PODs flow smoothly.":1,"#At the time, Convoy would arrive as quickly as possible after the disaster, set up a POD, and serve for about a week. The 2004 hurricane season demanded that the team be in full-on disaster relief mode for nearly two months straight. To provide some context, in 2003, Convoy distributed approximately 300 tractor-trailer loads altogether. In that period of 53 days in 2004, the response teams distributed 169 loads. The response even warranted a site visit from President George W. Bush":1,"#Randy Rich is a 25-year Convoy veteran and currently serves as our Vice President of Administration. He was sent with the reinforcement teams who responded to both Hurricanes Charley and Jeanne. “It was like Groundhog Day,” he says. “During our response to Hurricane Jeanne, we set up a POD in the exact same parking lot as we did during Frances.”":1,"#Four hurricanes in six weeks.":1,"#And ten days after that, Hurricane Jeanne made landfall on Florida’s east coast where Hurricane Frances had struck less than two months before.":1,"#A couple weeks later, on September 16, Hurricane Ivan struck the Pensacola area of northwestern Florida.":1,"#Learn how four hurricanes in under two months shaped the Convoy of Hope team disaster relief services team forever.":1,"#Four Hurricanes That Changed Convoy of Hope | Convoy of Hope":1,"#Hurricane Charley":1,"#Eleven days later, another storm started brewing in the Atlantic Ocean — one that would become Hurricane Frances. It struck the eastern side of Florida as a Category 2 storm on September 5. Convoy called for reinforcements and began sending supplies to assist survivors on the other side of the state.":1,"#Hurricane Frances":1,"#Hurricane Jeanne":1,"#Pensacola":1,"#Point of Distribution":1,"#Hurricane Ivan":1,"#That’s what Convoy has been doing for 25 years, and with the help of friends like you, that’s what we’ll continue to do for decades to come.":1,"#Convoy of Hope understands that hurricanes, like all natural disasters, affect everyone in their paths. It doesn’t matter who someone is, what job they have, or where they live — everyone needs to be told there’s hope and that they’re loved during those dark moments.":1,"#Randy also remembers the human toll such an intense hurricane season had on the residents of Florida. He recalls seeing an elderly couple pulled up to the POD he was working at. With tears in his eyes, he recounts how desperate they looked: “They were probably going to sleep in their car that night.”":1,"#On August 13, 2004, Hurricane Charley barreled into Florida’s western coast as a Category 4 storm. Convoy of Hope was ahead of the storm, sending its one and only <a ljsid-1=\"\">Disaster Services team</a>. They were on the ground the same day the storm made landfall — setting up a point of distribution (POD) and assisting those affected by the storm.":1,"#Mère Teresa croyait fermement au <strong ljsid-1=\"\">pouvoir de la paix et chercher à favoriser l'harmonie entre les personnes d'origines et de religions différentes.</strong>":1,"#Aster’s life in Ethiopia, at one time, was defined by hardship. \n\nEach day brought long hours of labor, uncertainty, and the constant challenge of providing for her family. But her story didn’t end there. 💗\n\nThrough Convoy of Hope’s Women’s Empowerment program, Aster gained more than training — she found hope, confidence, and the tools to build a better future.\n\nRead more in today’s story. 🔗👆\n\n#womensempowerment #ethiopia #africa":1,"#Aster’s life in Ethiopia, at one time, was defined":1,"#Управление настройками":1,"#In addition to delivering food, water, and other emergency supplies to Mississippi, Convoy of Hope is partnering with Chick-fil-A to distribute thousands of hot meals to those affected. More than 10,000 sandwiches and sides will be delivered this week, offering practical help and tangible hope in times of uncertainty.":1,"#More than a week after a treacherous ice storm moved through multiple regions, over 45,000 people in Mississippi are still without power. In some areas, where children live below the federal poverty level, the winter storm magnified the significant challenges families were already facing.":1,"#February 5, 2026 | 4:24 p.m.":1,"#January 28, 2022 | 9:35 a.m.":1,"#Convoy of Hope continues to meet the need. Thank you for making it possible.":1,"#Eusie Sarabia, also with the Bohol Council Boy Scouts of the Philippines, said, “I am so thankful to Convoy of Hope for choosing to partner with us for the relief operations. It is a big help to our community and other Boholanios who were affected by Typhoon Odette. Last Tuesday, we packed relief goods at Holy Name University. While we packed supplies, I kept thinking that this will really benefit our countrymen and that those who’ll receive it won’t have to worry about food.”":1,"#“The storm was so strong, a lot of people lost their houses and are staying in evacuation centers,” said Hermes, who has been working around the clock to serve others. “We are thankful for the efforts of Convoy of Hope in giving us assistance. This bag of food will help our townspeople and satisfy their hunger even for a short while, especially after the effects of Odette.”":1,"#But because of generous donors, Convoy of Hope has equipped Hermes and his team to help give out nearly 319,000 meals.":1,"#On December 15, Super Typhoon Rai — also known as Typhoon Odette — hit the Philippines with wind gusts of up to 168 mph. Convoy of Hope is responding with relief supplies.":1,"#Typhoon Rai: Meeting Long-Term Needs in the Philippines":1,"#Typhoon Rai":1,"#Typhoon Odette":1,"#More details about Convoy of Hope’s response will be added here as they become available.":1},"version":34499}]