Top Predictors of Charitable Estate Gifts
Here's a little quiz for you: Put in order the top five non-financial predictors of a charitable estate gift at death:
Charities Need Help with Stories, Says New Study
A new study from the Rockefeller Foundation says that most charities need professional help creating effective stories that inspire donors (a service that…
The New Gender Gap Among Highly Educated Donors
It's not surprising that new research substantiates that highly educated Americans are more likely to be philanthropic. But it is surprising who these…
Beneficiary Designations Not Always Simple for Donors
Some Americans are using beneficiary designations in lieu of wills for their estate planning. But what can seem like a simple process can lead to…
House Approves IRA Charitable Rollover, and Senate Expected to Consider Provision in the Fall. The IRA charitable rollover took a big step toward being…
The Top 5 Impact Story Mistakes
An expensive piece of medical equipment helps save a child's life, and the story includes a quote from a donor who seems almost as grateful as the…
Bequests Up, Says New Giving USA Report
Good news for planned giving: Bequests are up significantly, according to one of the most notable findings in the recently released Giving USA report.…
Married Male? Unmarried Female? Who Is the Most Charitable?
The stereotype has existed for about a century: A rich American businessman magnanimously distributes his largesse while his demure wife looks on…
Pentera CEO Claudine Donikian Named to PPP Board
Pentera President & CEO Claudine A. Donikian, JD, MBA, has been unanimously elected to the board of directors of the Partnership for Philanthropic…