The last days of December lend themselves to reflection on the year that is almost over and consideration of what we expect from the…
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In the 1989 comedy classic Major League, baseball broadcasting legend Bob Uecker plays a hard-drinking, sarcastic baseball play-by-play announcer named Harry Doyle, who covers…
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Fractional donations are not widely used but present a powerful, flexible option for donors who wish to give artwork (or, in some cases, land…
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In the philanthropy world, Giving Tuesday ranks as one of the most important days of the year. In fact, it is the third biggest…
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Most of us have come across a pushy salesperson at some point. Theater and movies have further satirized these characters in performances both unforgettable…
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Planned gifts are among the most important ways charitable organizations raise funds. These gifts can comprise up to 30-50% of a nonprofit’s annual revenue…
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A donor-advised fund (DAF) is a well-regarded charitable giving account that provides great flexibility for donors. When a donor transfers assets into a DAF,…
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The classic tale of the Trojan Horse (or, for the truly cultured, the Trojan Rabbit) serves as a warning about accepting gifts that may…
This week will probably pass without much fanfare. You are not likely to see parades or hear speeches from politicians. So, how should we…
In the classic movie The Wizard of Oz, Dorothy clicks the heels of her ruby-red slippers and wishes to return to her beloved Kansas,…