Values-Based Giving

What is Values-Based Giving?

When philanthropy works well, donors and nonprofits work collaboratively to achieve the impossible. Joint charitable efforts continue to form bedrocks of support in communities across the country. And these voluntary efforts often succeed where coercive government-led efforts have failed.

That’s because of the values that drive them: Liberty, Opportunity and Personal Responsibility. Our community of donors and nonprofits believes that charity works best when efforts are informed by a core set of values that empower individuals and their communities. Explore our values below and the stories of how they are improving lives.

Liberty

We believe everyone deserves dignity and respect, which is why we value each individual as a unique person with unique needs. Constitutional rights must be respected, and the power of the private sector should be leveraged to advance innovative solutions to complex problems. 

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    • September 16, 2026

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    • September 9, 2026

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    • August 31, 2026

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Mental Health Playbook

The Mental Health Playbook connects foundations and individual donors with high-impact organizations addressing the most urgent mental health needs across America.  

Our Programs and Services

We are a network of donors advancing liberty, opportunity and personal responsibility through effective charitable giving. Our team of seasoned philanthropic advisors help donors address society’s greatest challenges by investing in high-impact organizations and initiatives.

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Put Your Values Into Action With Values-Based Giving

Helping our donors align their values with their charitable giving goals is our specialty. Learn how we can help you put your values into action in this new video featuring Roundtable donor advisors.

Let’s Keep in Touch

Our Values-Based Giving Newsletter helps philanthropists and charitable organizations apply their values to their giving and follow the best practices for success.

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