How Philanthropy Fuels
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the selection of Russell L. Carson
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2017 EDITION
A compendium of the Great Donors, Great Achievements, Great Ideas, and Latest Facts on private giving in the U.S.
Services & Resources
Donor Privacy in California Gets a Reprieve – For Now
The hearing on A.B. 1712 has been cancelled.
Donations to restore Notre Dame spark backlash
Following the fire that damaged Notre Dame, several French citizens and companies have taken the lead in pledging funds.
Growth Spurt
The Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation has $1.3 billion to give away in less than two decades. Expect the pace to pick up fast.
Clarifying Your Philanthropic Purpose
A vitally important step in safeguarding donor intent is defining and clarifying your mission.
Sweet Charity: A Walk Through Some Nation-changing Churches
Giving thanks for Boston’s charitable houses of worship.
Sweet Charity: Some Common Criticisms of Philanthropy
...and a few quick answers. Part 3 of three podcasts.