Charitable Giving
Learn about the most effective ways your clients can contribute to charities that align with their personal philanthropic goals while also reducing their taxes.
Crowdfunding Enters the Charitable Giving Tool Kit
By Michael S. FischerNonprofit organizations and other charitable groups focused on worthy causes are always on the lookout for new ways to raise funds. Crowdfunding, an offshoot of crowdsourcing, is gaining traction as a tool for nonprofits and philanthropists.
January 27, 2012
Vanguard Charitable Reports Banner Year for ContributionsVanguard Charitable Endowment Program enjoyed record growth in contributions last year, thanks to foundation and corporate cash gifts that increased above historical patterns, according to a statement released Wednesday.
January 24, 2012
FSI Doubles FA Membership in One Year. Will They Stay?: FSI OneVoice 2012FSIs senior staff and leadership discussed the organizations strong growth rate, regulatory challenges faced by IBDs and the issues they face when attempting to bring quality, affordable financial advice to middle America.
January 23, 2012
Mohegan Tribe Set to Host SRI ConferenceThe Mohegan tribe and First Affirmative Financial Network announced jointly on Friday that the 23rd annual SRI Conference for Sustainable, Responsible, Impact Investing, formerly known as SRI in the Rockies, will be hosted at the Mohegan Sun Conference center in Connecticut in October.
January 23, 2012
Melanie Hamburger: Women Taking Larger Role in PhilanthropyWomen are becoming an increasingly powerful force in American philanthropy, bringing economic clout and financial acumen to charitable giving and assuming leadership roles, says Melanie Hamburger of Catalytic Women.
January 20, 2012
How to Prepare Now for Sharply Rising Tax RatesAffluent investors are likely to face double- and even triple-digit increases in tax rates in 2013, but a new whitepaper offers tips on planning for this eventuality.
January 17, 2012
U.S. Millionaires Recognize Wealth Comes With ResponsibilityAmerican millionaires feel an obligation to "give back" and few are concerned with their ability to do so, according to survey findings released Tuesday by PNC Wealth Management.
January 06, 2012
7 Resolutions for Retirees in 2012From financial nuts and bolts to more holistic aims, heres a look at seven worthy aims for retirees to strive for in 2012.