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April 22, 2013

Conspicuous Giving

A New York Times article titled “How Giving Became Cool” recently came across my desk. The author cites Ted Turner’s 1997 speech–in which he announced he would give away $1 billion–as a cultural turning point in modern philanthropy; a point at which it became “cool” for philanthropists to announce their gifts and publicly encourage others to do the same. But conspicuous giving is far from a recent trend.

March 26, 2013

IRA Rollover Extended Through 2013

Congress extends the individual retirement plan (IRA) charitable rollover through 2013, allowing eligible individuals to make tax-free distributions to charity directly from their IRA.

February 17, 2013

Red Cross Celebrates 150 Years

One hundred fifty years ago today, the International Committee for the Relief of Military Wounded was founded in Geneva, Switzerland. Today, it is known as the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and is the largest humanitarian network in the world.

February 06, 2013

Charities Win at Major Sporting Events

Whether Sunday’s Super Bowl outcome left you excited or disappointed, it was a win for charities.

December 27, 2012

Donor-Advised Funds and the Uncertainties of the Fiscal Cliff

The uncertainty around the charitable tax deduction has fueled giving to donor-advised funds. We have seen an enormous increase in contributions to NPT donor-advised funds over this same time last year.

December 18, 2012

The Charitable Tax Deduction and the Fiscal Cliff

As we approach the December 31st deadline, Americans are wondering how—or if—Washington will act on the looming “fiscal cliff.” Charitable organizations are too.

December 03, 2012

NPT Report: DAFs are Growing

NPT released its annual Donor-Advised Fund Report. The findings in key metrics show DAF growth continue–with every metric returning to or increasing above its pre-recession level.

November 26, 2012

Give Thanks, then Give Back

It was only a matter of time until the charitable sector created our own day to raise awareness and encourage philanthropic activity. This year marks the first-ever #GivingTuesday—an effort launched by nonprofit organizations and supported by a wide spectrum of large, private corporations, media outlets and charities.

November 20, 2012

Charities providing relief for victims of the Sandy Hook tragedy

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