May 1, 2020 by Angela

Schurig Center Welcomes New Board Member Lawrence Strick

Schurig Center is pleased to announce that Lawrence Strick has joined its Board of Directors.

Mr. Strick is a principle at Strick Schnasse Lawyers, representing plaintiffs in personal injury cases in the San Francisco Bay Area. He is a graduate of the University of San Francisco School of Law, and brings with him previous non-profit Board experience with Marin Interfaith Council, Community Media Center of Marin, and the Marin County Bar Association. Mr. Strick is excited to apply his talents as an ambassador for Schurig Center to support the organization’s fundraising efforts as well as acting as an advocate for brain injury survivors and their families.

“As a trial attorney, Larry Strick has represented people who have also been clients of Schurig Center for Brain Injury Recovery. His understanding of the challenges brain injury survivors and their families face, his role as former Marin County Bar Association President, and his non-profit experience make him a most welcome and knowledgeable addition to the Schurig Center Board of Directors,” says Kim Strub, Schurig Center Board President.

April 21, 2020 by Angela

CARES Act Charitable Giving Incentives

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) stimulus plan includes charitable giving incentives. The following information highlights the key parts of the plan, but it is not intended to provide legal advice. For such advice, please consult an attorney or tax advisor.

Taxpayers who do not itemize their deductions can take a one-time deduction of up to $300 for gifts made to charitable organizations. The provision is intended only for the year 2020; however, in the text of the bill, it states taxable years “beginning in 2020 …” and does not include a sunset date, thus it conceivably could extend beyond 2020. The deduction is ONLY for gifts of cash made in calendar year 2020 and does not cover other types of gifts or contributions made to donor-advised funds or private foundations.

The 60 percent adjusted gross income limitation for individuals’ charitable contributions is suspended for the year 2020. In a typical year, individuals can only take a charitable deduction of up to 60 percent of their adjusted gross income, no matter how much they give. For 2020, there is no limit, making cash contributions fully deductible.

The cap on how much corporations may deduct for charitable gifts is increased from 10 percent of taxable income to 25 percent. In addition, the limitation on deductions for food donations by corporations increases from 15 percent to 25 percent in 2020.

For 2020, the required minimum distributions from retirement plans, such as pensions and 457 plans, is waived. Any minimum distributions from retirements plans that would have been required in 2020 can be delayed until 2021. This change reduces the incentive for donors to make gifts from their individual retirement account (IRA)—the IRA Rollover Provision

March 13, 2020 by Angela

COVID-19 & Schurig Center

You are not alone. We are still here to help!

Our doors are closed to on-site services, but our hearts and services remain open.

Services Offered Remotely

Most of Schurig Center’s services continue to be offered remotely via Zoom or phone, including speech class, art therapy, support groups, Core Therapeutic Program, CogEX Computer-based Class, CogSMART, Post-Concussion Education Class, and Resource Referral Assistance. For more information and to enroll, please contact Community Liaison McKenna Becker at (415) 461-6771 or mckenna@schurigcenter.org.

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Resources & Inspiration for this Challenging Time

Schurig Center is pleased to share a list of resources and activities to help brighten our lives and help us all navigate these unprecedented times together with peace, resilience, and strength. [Go to the Resources & Inspiration Page]

Stay Connected

Please check this page for future updates or subscribe to our email list to receive updates in your inbox. [Subscribe here] If you have questions or concerns, please contact our office at (415) 461-6771 or info@schurigcenter.org

How You Can Help

We are grateful for all of our center’s friends who have asked “How can I help?” during this crisis. The best way you can help is by making a donation to Schurig Center’s COVID-19 Response Fund today.

While we continue to provide services to the community, we are also facing a significant loss of operating funds due to the cancellation of our annual gala. Donations of any and all sizes help support Schurig Center’s ability to continue to offer connection and care during and after these challenging times. Thank you!

Thank you for your patience and support.
We wish you all good health!

[Updated: June 3, 2020]