Founded by parents and advocates who dreamt of a new way for independent agencies to work together, Al Sigl Community of Agencies marks over six decades of celebrating abilities, inclusion and collaboration.
We’re a collaborative community network that provides high-quality, cost-effective real estate and business services, while fostering community awareness and philanthropic support to a growing array of nonprofit organizations that serve children and adults with disabilities and special needs.
Did you know that, starting in 2026, there’s a new tax benefit for people who donate to charitable organizations that applies to many people who couldn’t deduct these donations before?
Most people take something called the standard deduction when filing their taxes instead of listing out individual expenses. That used to mean you couldn’t also deduct your charitable donations.
This year, if you’re single, you can deduct up to $1,000 in qualifying donations made by cash, check or credit card to eligible charities. For married people who file their taxes together, that amount goes up to $2,000.
So, as an example, if you give $500 to a qualifying nonprofit in 2026, you may be able to subtract that $500 from the income you pay federal taxes on, even if you take the standard deduction.
This means you may pay taxes on $500 less of your income while making a difference in your community.
To learn more, please visit IRS.gov/taxtopics/tc506.
Jeff has been served by CP Rochester, an Al Sigl Member Agency, for 21 years. He lives in one of the agency’s residential homes and enjoys spending time with friends at the Day Habilitation Program.
Jeff loves working with his hands. He also likes to stay active and takes pride in being part of the community at Winton Campus, home to CP Rochester. Years ago, Jeff volunteered to join Bill, a long-time member of Al Sigl’s Facilities team, on his daily rounds at Winton. Alongside Bill, Jeff helped with maintenance checks and many other tasks.
When Bill retired, Nick became Al Sigl’s full-time Facilities staff at Winton. “At first, Nick didn’t know where things were,” Jeff recalls with a grin, “I showed him where the tools were and how to test the water in the therapy pool.”
Over the years, the pair realized how much that they have in common. Both love creating art and building things. For Jeff’s birthday, they built a custom toolbox that fits in Jeff’s walker. Says Jeff, “Nick makes my day happy. I like that.”
Jeff and Nick’s friendship reflects something fundamental about Al Sigl’s mission—that our work has always been about more than buildings or campuses. It’s about people. It’s about creating opportunities for everyone to contribute, to know that they belong, and to take pride in a job well done.
This year-end, your support can help celebrate stories like Jeff and Nick’s. Donations stay local and help thousands of individuals with special needs and their families have access to vital programs and services. Please give today.
