What Exactly Can You Give to a DAF?
As donor advised funds (DAFs) increase in popularity, more financial advisors are working hard to help their clients understand what these tools are and how they can work. The most…
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Myths of Generosity: I Am Not Wealthy Enough to Give
If you can’t be generous when you have nothing, you’ll not be generous when you have everything. – Dr. Femida Handy, University of Pennsylvania This is a hard truth to…
Read MoreCash Isn’t Really King: A Q&A about noncash contributions
The Signatry works with nonprofit leaders to strengthen their development strategies. That includes helping them engage in major donor conversations. We talk a lot about noncash gifts—what the IRS calls…
Read MoreAsset Giving Can Expand a Charitable Vision
Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to…
Read MoreWhat Is in Your Hand?
Moses was skeptical. “How will they believe me?” Moses questioned. He was worried the people of Israel would not know that the Lord was working through him. But then, God…
Read MoreChoosing Charities: Six Questions Before You Give
As a donor, you want your generosity to have an impact. You may have a special cause that you are passionate about or see a unique need and an opportunity to make a difference in the moment. When it comes to giving your time, talents, or treasures, you want to know you are supporting an organization or movement that is effective, efficient, and eternal-minded. In this article, we will cover some of the technical requirements that donors should consider when choosing a charity, as well as key questions to ask when vetting an organization’s capability to achieve its mission with your support.
Read MoreHow to Maximize Your Charitable Impact in 2022
For many families, the last two years have provided a rollercoaster of emotions, finances, schedules, and lifestyle. Throughout the same period, charities encountered new operational challenges and similar hardships. One…
Read MoreThanksgiving From The Front Lines
It has been a year of unconventional ministry work for several of the grant recipient ministries of The Signatry. Changes in local regulations, travel restrictions, and the ebb and flow…
Read MoreAdvisors’ 2021 Year-End Checklist for Charitable Giving
The end of 2021 is drawing near, and that means that year-end planning conversations with clients are on the rise. A great way to set yourself apart is to provide…
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