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Higgs-Smith Endowment Fund for Smile Train
About the Organization
The Higgs-Smith Endowment Fund for Smile Train is a CFAAC Donor Advised Fund established in 2025 to support the mission of Smile Train, which is to provide free cleft surgery and comprehensive care to children in need around the world. Smile Train's goal is to create sustainable, locally-based healthcare systems that address the needs of patients with cleft lips and palates.
This fund was made possible through a legacy bequest from the estate of George William Higgs and Joan Smith, whose generosity and compassion will continue to transform lives for generations. Their dedication to making a meaningful difference is a lasting testament to their kindness and vision. CFAAC is honored to help their legacy live on, ensuring their impact endures for years to come. To learn more about Legacy Funds and Planned Giving, click here.
Make a Tax-Smart Impact
Many people like you are making tax smart donations with appreciated stocks and bonds, qualified charitable distributions (QCD) from an IRA, or a variety of planned gifts. For more information, please email John@CFAAC.org or call 410-280-1102 ext. 103.
Should you wish to make a non-cash donation, CFAAC accepts gifts of appreciated stock for the benefit of this fund. To initiate this transaction, contact your broker with the number of shares of each security you wish to give. All gifts of stocks and bonds which are “DTC Eligible” can be transferred to CFAAC using the information below:
- Pershing, LLC Depository Trust Company (DTC) #0443 For the credit to: Pershing, LLC #4S2117401
- Account name: The Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County
PLEASE NOTE: Donor names are rarely provided when securities are transferred electronically. To ensure your gift is correctly allocated, please email Kathy@CFAAC.org with the gift amount and the name of the fund your gift will support.