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Private foundations are an ingrained part of American philanthropic history that goes back to the days of industry giants like Andrew Carnegie and John D.

The most effective private foundations are those that take advantage of the best strategies, methods and tools.

Charitable remainder trusts (CRTs) enable clients to convert appreciated assets into lifetime income streams, defer capital gains taxes, reduce estate taxes, protect assets from creditors and distribute funds to charities they’re favorable to.

Henry Ford left a major fortune to his foundation that was to be administered after his death.

Charitable remainder trusts (CRTs) offer a number of benefits: an immediate income tax deduction, the ability to convert an appreciated asset into a lifetime income stream, the de-ferral of capital gains tax, a potential reduction in estate tax and protection from creditors, among others.

What does it mean to create a legacy, and how is that task best accomplished? Is passing down to your children the value of charitable giving important to you? Are you interested in advancing causes you believe in while gaining significant tax deductions? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then a private foundation may be the right charitable vehicle for you.