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    The Problem with Donor-advised Funds — And a Solution

    Stanford Social Innovation Review Dec 25, 2017

    The American economic landscape is undergoing an enormous shift. During the next few decades, approximately $30 trillion in Baby Boomer assets will transfer to their Gen X and millennial children…

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    3 Ways Nonprofits Can Prepare for Whatever Happens in 2018

    Philanthropy News Digest Dec 23, 2017

    While external events are out of our control, organizations can mitigate the impact of even the most unexpected shock by educating themselves about where their vulnerabilities lie and by planning…

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    2017 Trends in Design Thinking

    Stanford Social Innovation Review Dec 23, 2017

    Creative leaders and innovators are thinking about design thinking in more mature ways. Moving away from a sole emphasis on language and learning, they are increasingly focusing on questions of…

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    4 Simple Ways to Thank Your Donors

    Great NonProfits Dec 22, 2017

    Thanking donors is important — not only as common courtesy, but also to foster a long-term relationship. Donors who feel connected to your cause and nonprofit are likely to show…

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    An Overview of the 2017 Tax Legislation: Impact to Individuals

    Morgan Stanley Wealth Management Dec 21, 2017

    On Wednesday, December 20th, 2017, Congress passed a comprehensive tax reform bill (otherwise known as “H.R.1”). It is now awaiting the President’s signature. Except where noted, the provisions of H.R.1…

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    Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017: Implications for Charities and Donors

    Huffington Post Dec 21, 2017

    On Dec. 20, 2017, Congress enacted the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “Act”). Implications for Charities: Unrelated Business Income Tax Rules: Rather than having the flexibility to aggregate all…

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    Q&A With Grantmakers In Aging: Embracing The Older and Wiser

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    The percentage of American philanthropy funding that goes toward aging programs is less than two percent. Grantmakers In Aging wants to remedy that. The organization — which began 35 years…

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    Tipping Point Emergency Relief Fund Reaches $30 Million For Fire Disaster

    Medium Dec 20, 2017

    The firestorm was the most destructive and deadliest disaster in California history, burning an estimated 200,000 acres and 6,500 homes in Sonoma, Napa, Mendocino and Lake Counties and displacing thousands…

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    D.C. Charities That Make Giving Back Feel Great

    Washingtonian Dec 20, 2017

    Looking to give back this holiday season? These 24 local Washington D.C. charities, all recommended by the Catalogue for Philanthropy Greater Washington, are helping people and causes most in need.…

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    Charitable Giving and Tax Deductions: 4 Resources for Donors

    Giving Compass Dec 19, 2017

    With just two weeks left in the year, donors still have time to make the most of the existing tax deduction laws related to charitable giving. We’ve compiled four resources…

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    How The Tax Bill Could Impact Charitable Giving

    National Public Radio Dec 19, 2017

    Another big tax policy change included in both the House and Senate bills could have an effect on charitable giving. Right now, Americans can get tax breaks for donating to…

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    Boost Your Charitable Giving This Year Before the New Tax Bill

    CNBC Dec 19, 2017

    As the season of charitable giving kicks off, it’s a good time to plan how to minimize your 2017 tax bill while exercising your generosity. This year, with tax legislation in Congress moving closer…

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