In the realm of philanthropy, a pivotal decision for founders is determining the lifespan of their foundation: should it operate indefinitely or conclude after a
What philanthropists need to know about DAFs, including potential legislative changes that could impact them.
Tax-free IRA distributions are a tax-advantaged way to donate to charity. The IRS has raised the Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) limit, allowing IRA owners aged
What is a Charitable Remainder Trust? The Charitable Remainder Trust (“CRT”) is a trust set up to generate revenue for a beneficiary while also ensuring
Black’s Law Dictionary, 9th ed., defines an endowment as: A gift of money or property to an institution (such as a university) for a specific
Some businesses want to be able to help their employees in times of need. When properly structured, such assistance can qualify as a tax-free gift to the employee.
What is Giving Tuesday? Giving Tuesday is celebrated the week after Thanksgiving and has become a time for Americans to share their good fortune by
Fiscal sponsorships are a popular way for new nonprofit organizations or temporary projects to attract tax-deductible donations or secure grants that require 501(c)(3) status. However,
A virtual bench trial that began on October 19 may soon further define the contours of control issues surrounding donor-advised funds. The case, Fairbairn et al. v. Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund, centers on a feud between donors Emily and Malcolm Fairbairn and Fidelity Investment’s Charitable Branch.
The tainted donor dilemma is nothing new; nonprofits have long wrestled with the ethical and reputational implications of receiving questionable characters’ gifts. But with the explosion of real-time mass communication and social media, stories of wrongdoing are quickly amplified and can quickly sink a person–and everything and everyone with whom they are associated.
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