Charitable gift annuities (CGAs) have a long history, but they are certainly not an outdated option. On the contrary, recent legislative and market forces…
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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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This week will probably pass without much fanfare. You are not likely to see parades or hear speeches from politicians. So, how should we…
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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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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,…
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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…
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Donor surveys can be an effective, powerful addition to your established marketing and outreach program. If you haven’t yet conducted a donor survey, consider…
In the philanthropy world, Giving Tuesday ranks as one of the most important days of the year. In fact, it is the third biggest…
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,…