Faithful in Much: The Value of Faith-Inspired Philanthropy in America
At its core, philanthropy is an expression of values. Every philanthropic institution is shaped by its defining purpose, guiding principles and charitable priorities.
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Protecting Donor Privacy and Donor Intent Across the Country
This year, Philanthropy Roundtable continued its work to protect donor privacy, preserve donor intent and defend charitable freedom from proposals that would have created new burdens and disclosure requirements for nonprofits and donors.
Protecting the Freedom That Sustains America
America’s charitable sector is one of our nation’s greatest strengths. Every day, millions of Americans voluntarily give their time, talent and treasure to solve problems, strengthen communities and help their neighbors.
Policy Primer: How Private Philanthropy Drives Medical Innovation
Private philanthropy has long been a driving force behind America’s greatest medical innovations. From the discovery of the DNA double helix to the invention of the sterilized glove, medical breakthroughs have enabled Americans to live longer, healthier lives.
Seizing the Semiquincentennial: Developing a Science of Civics and the Renewal of American Citizenship
In a recent seminar hosted by Philanthropy Roundtable, Senior Director of American Values & Policy Philanthropy Clarice Smith explored this question. She was joined by two leading voices in civic education: Victoria Hughes, founder and first president of the Bill of Rights Institute, and Dr. Wilfred McClay, faculty chair at Hillsdale College and author of “The Land of Hope.”
Donor Intent Watch: Key Iowa Ruling and Legal Reminders for Nonprofit Mergers
This month’s Donor Intent Watch begins with a summary of an Iowa Supreme Court decision blocking the University of Iowa from unilaterally changing the terms of a scholarship program with race-based donor restrictions.
How Donor Privacy Protects Freedom of Artistic Expression
The First Amendment safeguards the right to privately support speech and expression through voluntary giving. Donor privacy and protection from coercion are essential to artistic independence, which in turn strengthens freedom of expression overall.
A Historic Year: 2025 First Time Private Giving Surpassed $600 billion
American generosity reached a historic milestone in 2025: U.S. charitable giving totaled an estimated $617.20 billion, surpassing $600 billion for the first time.
Punish Bad Actors, Don’t Harm Charity
Recent reporting that a federal grand jury is investigating businessman Neville Roy Singham shows the federal government already has tools to pursue alleged wrongdoing involving nonprofits. If individuals or organizations are violating the law, they should be investigated and held accountable.
Policy Primer: Fiscal Sponsorships
Privacy in association fundamentally protects the voice of those with minority views. Yet, regulators and lawmakers in states throughout the country and in Congress are considering imposing restrictions on private giving, at a time when technology and social media make forced disclosure even more dangerous to givers, their loved ones and their livelihoods.
Philanthropy Roundtable Research Report Finds State Capital Gains Taxes Drive Away Donors and their Charitable Support
Bill Osmulski examines how capital gains taxation can reduce the resources ultimately available for charitable giving.
The Adverse Impact of Capital Gains Taxes on Philanthropy: A Case Study of Washington’s 2022 Capital Gains Tax
This paper examines the effects of capital gains taxation on philanthropic activity, with particular emphasis on charitable giving funded through appreciated assets and the mobility of high-income donors.
Education Reformers Academy: Addressing Talent Gaps in Education Reform
Even the best ideas and intentions fall short without the framework and talent to execute and sustain them.
From Foundations to Freedom: Philanthropy’s Bold Investments in America 250
As July 4, 2026 draws near, America stands on the threshold of a once-in-a-lifetime milestone: the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. This is not only a time to celebrate the birth of our nation, but also an opportunity to reflect on the principles, freedoms and civic traditions that have sustained our country for two and a half centuries.
Why Alliance Defending Freedom Sees Donor Privacy as Essential to Philanthropic Freedom
Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) exists to “advance every person’s God-given right to live and speak the truth.” Through litigation, advocacy and legal education, the organization works to protect First Amendment Read more…
Rebuilding Civic Education for America’s 250th Anniversary
As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, a growing number of educators, policymakers and philanthropists are asking a question that would have seemed obvious to the founders: What does it mean to prepare citizens for self-government?
Donor Intent Watch: News from Andrew Carnegie’s Foundation and a Major Test for Donor-Advised Funds
This month’s Donor Intent Watch includes a discussion of the Carnegie Corporation’s decision to change its name, and an update on the WaterStone lawsuit.
An Overdue Donor Revolution
American colleges and universities have long relied on generous philanthropists to steward their missions, balance institutional budgets, fund scholarships and provide opportunities for students who might not otherwise benefit from a university education.
A Generational Opportunity for Families: Philanthropy and the Race to Implement the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit
Greta Alexander has buried one child. Her oldest son, raised in a Dallas neighborhood where a quality school was out of reach, was pulled into gang life and died of an overdose. She refused to let the same forces close in on her daughter, Miracle.