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Six questions to answer that ensure your legacy lives beyond you
The Nobel Story: A riddle of legacy Each October, the Nobel Prize Committee announces laureates in peace, literature, science, and economics. The names are secret
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The Moment Between Branches
Innovation often requires the courage to step where there isn’t a clear path yet. I climbed as high as I could, which was just high
Christmas Tree Cakes or Zebra Cakes, Why Does It Matter to Your Giving?
Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes arrived on shelves on time this year. Move over Zebra Cakes for those golden cake layers, smooth crème, classic white
How One Cow Plus a Flock of Chickens Made a Gift of Love
Catalog shopping is a finely-honed skill. I know this comes as no surprise because most of us have kicked it up a notch as we
How a Few Minutes a Day Can Change the World
Can you change the world in a few minutes a day? A common question asked by teachers, writers, philanthropy advisors, and so on is, “if
How Your Philanthropy Ripples into Greater Change
Sunflowers, zinnias and gerbera daisies have overtaken the rose bushes. A shallow garden running the length of our backyard fence is full of colorful flowers
How the Storytellers in Your Life Help Bring Your Legacy to Life
On the first Friday in October, the Nobel Prize Committee will announce the winner of the Peace Prize as well as prizes in physics, chemistry,
How a Philanthropy Filter Easily Improves Giving
How does it feel to be a philanthropist today? It might be tempting to assume that question only applies to the wealthy donor who can
Tips for How One in a Row Can Remake Your Philanthropy
“She’s a bookworm,” a frequent description used to explain why I didn’t hear my mother announce dinner or remind me of chores. As a teen,
How to Make Nonprofits Jump Up and Down and Shout for Joy
Water, lights, toilet paper, batteries, rent, copy paper, staples, pens, printer cartridges – what do the items on this list have in common? They can
One Family’s Story of the Work and Reward of Multi-Generational Giving
How did you spend your weekend? Vacation, staycation, trip to the grandparents, just another weekend in July? Some families make time to give together, often