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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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Building and sustaining partnerships strong enough to carry the work
I’ve written about the Big Eddy Bridge before. My childhood memory of the old wooden bridge, now under Lake Palestine, probably isn’t entirely accurate. But
3 Ways to Make 2024 Giving the Best Year!
Exactly twenty-two months ago, we adopted a two-month-old corgi. On the drive home, we named her Sophie. Later, while completing her registration papers, I decided
Create a Legacy Statement for Future Generations
Tiny stacks of 35-millimeter slides covered the dining room table. One by one I passed them through the slide viewer. The story of my parents’ earliest
Five Tips to be a Smart Donor and Great Fundraiser
My date and I headed to the zoo for a fun afternoon. With curiosity as a guide, I expected to enjoy the animals and maybe
A Legacy in the Words of One Man
When you hear a suggestion to share your stories with your children and grandchildren, do you hear a voice say, “They’re not interested, don’t have
What Makes a Nonprofit Evergreen
Roses are still blooming in my yard. Variegated pittosporum is glowing next to drab lantana stems that have died down for the year. What is
Why the Holidays Are the Best Time to Model Giving
I’ve shared this story before, but the message remains important to the heart of giving. Take a moment to learn why ladders matter on Christmas
How Hidden Risks Can Make Giving Decisions a Challenge
When I was about three or so years old, my family went for a drive in the Colorado mountains. I think we went for a
Five Questions That Will Make Your Giving Meaningful
Why should you give philanthropically and strive to make a difference? The answer goes beyond different vehicles for giving, choosing the right organizations, and even
One of Our Greatest Gifts — Our Time!
Dawn Franks has significantly impacted my thinking (and acting) about the ideas of legacy and generosity. When she asked me to consider writing some personal