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Higgs-Smith Endowment Fund for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
About the Organization
The Higgs-Smith Endowment Fund for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is a CFAAC Donor Advised Fund established in 2025 to support St. Jude’s mission of advancing cures and prevention strategies for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. In keeping with the vision of its founder, Danny Thomas, St. Jude ensures that no child is denied treatment based on race, religion, or a family’s ability to pay.
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.