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Lasting Investments: Six Qualities of a Strong Giving Portfolio

April 10, 2025

Six tips from a philanthropic advisor on how to use your investing experience to build a strong, sustainable charitable giving portfolio.

Five Questions to Decide if Philanthropic Advising is For You

February 11, 2025

Philanthropic advising can benefit any giver, not just the wealthy. Here are five questions to ask to see if philanthropic advising is the right strategy for you.

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2024 Charitable Contribution Limits

February 3, 2025

The charitable contribution limit for a gift of cash to a public charity or donor advised fund is 60% of one’s adjusted gross income (AGI).

Donor Advised Funds: More than a Charitable Giving Account

August 7, 2024

A charitable giving account can provide even more benefits than just a tax deduction.

Noncash Giving as an Investment in God’s Work

March 11, 2024

The Haverkamp family discovered how much more they could give to their favorite charity by donating a nonliquid asset.

4 Family Traditions to Celebrate Boxing Day

December 20, 2023

Boxing Day was once a time to practice generosity toward those in need. Learn the history of Boxing Day and 4 ways your family can celebrate this year.

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The Water Crisis Needs the Church. Here’s Why.

September 5, 2023

Jesus cared for the poor by meeting their physical and spiritual needs. The church can follow His lead to reach communities across the world.

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6 Ideas to Raise Awareness for Your Favorite Cause

August 23, 2023

Champion a cause by teaching others about the problem and those working to solve it. Three families offer ideas to raise awareness.

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Start Early: Six Steps for Your Year-End Fundraising Campaign

August 4, 2023

Your nonprofit’s development work matters more than ever. With charitable giving down, now is the time to start year-end fundraising plans.

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Why People Use a Donor Advised Fund: What the Data Shows

February 21, 2023

People use donor advised funds to achieve different goals, from support of cherished nonprofits to gifts in response to particular needs.