Preserving DAFs, the Rainy-Day Funds of Philanthropy
Backers of proposed rule changes to DAFs have not considered the potential effect on donor behavior. This could be a big problem.
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Mark Cuban and John Legend Display Conflicting Visions of the Poverty Fight
In a recent Twitter back-and-forth, the celebrities debated about private giving. Read Patrice Onwuka s take in her recent op-ed for the Washington Examiner.
Interview with John Tyler, Part Two
John Tyler talks donor-advised funds and giving for the long-term.
Two Experts Discuss: Does Philanthropy Have a Race Problem?
This year has seen an immediate and generous response to address racial inequity by individual donors and institutional philanthropy alike.
Protecting Donor Intent in Higher Education Grantmaking
Higher education can be among the most rewarding and meaningful areas for one’s donor dollars, yet it is the most challenging sector for donor intent and grant compliance. Unless one is careful, college and university administrations may ignore, creatively interpret, disregard, or directly violate your donor intent. In 2001, Michael Moritz and Ohio State University entered into an endowment agreement under which Michael provided $30.3 million designated for 30 full scholarships to law students each year in perpetuity. Nine months later, Michael was killed by a hit-and-run driver. OSU never provided the 30 annual scholarships, but rather spent the endowment dollars on salaries and expenses to entertain wealthy alumni. Now Jeffrey Moritz is trying to find a way to enforce the endowment agreement between OSU and his father. He moved the probate court to reopen Michael s estate for that purpose. He sued no one, but OSU and the Ohio Attorney General suddenly appeared at a hearing to oppose reopening the estate, and three years of litigation ensued. The result: The probate court declined to reopen the estate, and the court of appeals affirmed. Jeffrey is deciding whether to seek review in the Ohio Supreme Court.
The Election and Implications for the Pro-Freedom Agenda
The Roundtable hosted a pleasantly optimistic conversation about the election and what the outcomes mean for those who want to pursue pro-liberty policies.
Interview with John Tyler, Part One
John Tyler talks family foundations, regulation of the philanthropic sector, and the truth about donor-advised funds.
The Election and Implications for the Pro-freedom Agenda
We are beginning to have more clarity as to what the new political landscape will be for the next few years. Even though questions remain and the effects of transition will take time to unfold, we can expect that there may need to be a shift in the short-term priorities of those working to increase liberty and opportunity.
Donor Privacy on the Move
Donor privacy is a fundamental of philanthropic freedom, protecting the right of those who choose to give anonymously to do so without fear of harassment. In 2020, 15 states considered legislation that would threaten such privacy. On the other side, seven states advanced donor privacy protections this year, with four of them enacting them into law. A broad coalition of groups spanning the ideological spectrum have been working to oppose bills that would undermine donor privacy and have contributed to significant legislative and judicial victories. In this session, attendees heard from legislative experts about the latest updates in donor privacy protection.
Free Expression, University Culture, and the Role of Leadership
The president of the University of Chicago, Dr. Robert Zimmer, discusses the importance of creating a climate of free speech on campus.
Justice Alito Defends the First Amendment
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito defended the First Amendment rights to free speech and religious liberty, warning that support for each is slipping.
Some Genuine Questions for the Ford Foundation’s Darren Walker
Recently, I ve been following a lot of what Darren Walker, the CEO of the Ford Foundation, has been saying. I came across an interview he did in 2019, and I have to say, I found myself a little confused.
The Time to Stand and Speak
The Atlas Network’s 2020 Liberty Forum & Freedom Dinner: On Wednesday, November 11, Roundtable President and CEO Elise Westhoff delivered an opening address titled “The Time to Stand and Speak.”
Legend v. Cuban: A Twitter Battle Royale Over Philanthropy?
John Legend picked an online fight with Mark Cuban over the subject of philanthropy, of all things. Who won?
Battlegrounds, Defending Democracy through Principled Foreign Policy
In this session, former National Security Advisor Lt. General H.R. McMaster illuminated the threats and oppositions to America s security, prosperity, and influence from the Chinese Communist Party. He addressed what measures are being taken and what more should be done to defend our democracy against these threats.
Changing the Narrative About Veterans
Veterans can be powerful civic assets, but only if they are equipped and deployed to fill those roles.
Security Threats? Donor Privacy Matters
We should be concerned about all forms of threatened violence, regardless of whether it s aimed at progressive nonprofits, conservative organizations, or anyone in between.
President-Elect Biden Has a Choice to Make About Philanthropy
Given the seriousness of what Joe Biden may need to throw his energy and effort into addressing, it seems he has a choice to make when it comes to philanthropy.
What Biden s Win and the Stock Market Surge Mean for Giving
Elise Westhoff explains how a Biden administration could change philanthropy.
A Win in California! Prop 16 Goes Down
We consider this a true win for anyone who believes in a vision of America where people, regardless of race or other characteristics, can pursue opportunity.