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.
Charity Fundraising Stagnant in First Half: Study
By Michael S. FischerWhat a difference a year doesnt make. Changes in charitable giving for the first half of 2011 were similar to all of 2010.
September 29, 2011
Favorite 10 Philanthropists: Carnegie, Oprah, Aguilera & MoreAndrew Carnegie kicked off the idea of the rich elite giving back; so AdvisorOne humbly highlights 10 peopleof the many to highlightwho used their wealth to help others.
September 22, 2011
Fidelity Charitable Introduces Enhanced Investment Options for DAF AccountsFidelity Charitable, the largest donor-advised-fund provider in the U.S., on Tuesday rolled out a new investment offering that features seven diversified asset allocation pools.
September 20, 2011
States’ Budget Woes Cut Hole in Nonprofits, Foundation Center FindsThe thousands of U.S. nonprofit organizations that depend on state government grants for at least part of their funding are being hurt by cuts to public services many states are making in order to balance their budgets.
September 14, 2011
Rep. Barney Frank: President Should Appoint Fed LeadersThe top Democrat on the House Financial Services Committee is pushing to limit the voting rights of regional Fed presidents on central bank interest rate decisions.
September 14, 2011
What’s Behind the U.S. Suing Big Banks Over Mortgage-Backed Securities?More bank stock declines and less lending could be in store as financial institutions face another massive round of lawsuits. The Federal Housing Finance Agency sued 17 banks on Sept. 2, alleging that the financial institutions committed securities violations in the lead-up to the recent financial crisis.
September 08, 2011
How to Judge if a 9/11 Charity Is Worthwhile: BBB TipsFor the 10th anniversary of 9/11, New York Citys Better Business Bureau is offering tips to assess charitable giving opportunities, especially ones that seem unfamiliar or whose names are similar to those of well-known charities.
September 01, 2011
Philanthropy’s Cutting EdgeHelping clients develop their philanthropic impulse should be a slam dunk — but often it’s not. Why? For starters, experts say, many advisors…