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News & Stories Donor Intent 05/08/2024

Understanding the Donor Intent Protection Act

Philanthropy Roundtable

In 2023, Philanthropy Roundtable introduced a new model bill in the states, the Donor Intent Protection Act (DIPA). When a donor gives a gift to a charity’s endowment, with a written agreement of how it will be used, there is often no recourse for the donor if the agreement is later violated. This legislation provides a legal pathway for the enforcement of written endowment agreements, which encourages giving and benefits donors, charities and the many individuals served by nonprofit organizations.

News & Stories True Diversity 05/02/2024

National Liberty Museum: Resolute in Liberty as Ideological Tensions Infiltrate the Museum Sector 

Philanthropy Roundtable

For those unfamiliar with the National Liberty Museum (NLM), the name itself hints at our engagement in the myriad discussions surrounding the clash of extreme ideologies and the varied interpretations of liberty. Situated in Old City Philadelphia, the museum, which is both privately and publicly funded, faces the added complexity of embodying what a liberty museum should represent during a period of significant division within the United States and globally.

News & Stories Sector Regulation 05/02/2024

Analysis: Charities Suffer if Foundations Are Forced to Pay Out Faster

Philanthropy Roundtable

Thousands of generous Americans positively impact their communities by contributing to charities through private foundations. This week, Philanthropy Roundtable released a new paper detailing how higher payout requirements for private foundations would hurt the most vulnerable in our society and harm nonprofits.

News & Stories Donor Intent 05/02/2024

Donor Intent Watch: Why Values Statements are Critical in Protecting Donor Intent     

Philanthropy Roundtable

This month’s Donor Intent Watch includes an update on our legislative efforts, a summary and link to a recent webinar on antisemitism sponsored by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni, a reminder of the power of a values statement in protecting donor intent and very welcome comments from a donor-affirming fundraising adviser.

News & Stories True Diversity 04/24/2024

Patrice Onwuka in RealClearMarkets: Why Choice and Merit Are Better Than Board Mandates

Philanthropy Roundtable

In an op-ed recently published in RealClearMarkets, “Why Choice and Merits Are Better Than Board Mandates,” Philanthropy Roundtable Adjunct Senior Fellow Patrice Onwuka says SEC-issued rules requiring race, gender and sexual orientation disclosure mandates on corporate boards for companies on the Nasdaq stock exchange are discriminatory.

News & Stories Higher Ed Values-Based Giving 04/23/2024

How Donors Can Restore American Values in Higher Education

Philanthropy Roundtable

Destroyed friendships, self-censorship and intolerance of differing viewpoints are just a few symptoms of an ideological rot spreading on college campuses.

News & Stories Strong Communities 04/17/2024

Uniting Through Volunteerism: National Volunteer Month Q&A with Besa

Philanthropy Roundtable

In honor of National Volunteer Month, Philanthropy Roundtable’s Senior Director of Programs Esther Larson recently sat down with Matthew Goldstein, founder & CEO of Besa, who has a vision to “make giving back easy – and transformative”. Goldstein leads the Columbus-based nonprofit, which is dedicated to powering a wave of civic engagement that lifts us all and fulfills critical needs by connecting people to community service.

News & Stories Free to Give 04/17/2024

Phoenix Center: Objective Policy Research for the Digital Age

Philanthropy Roundtable

Philanthropy Roundtable’s Free to Give campaign elevates the voices of everyday Americans who have dedicated their careers to supporting those in need. Their work is made possible by the freedom of all Americans to give to the causes and communities they care about most.

News & Stories Health & Mental Health 04/11/2024

A Funding Strategy for Youth Mental Health: An Interview with The Sidney A. Swensrud Foundation

Philanthropy Roundtable

With one in five Americans experiencing mental illness each year, there is a significant opportunity for philanthropic leadership to help address the needs of these vulnerable individuals and provide support for their families. Despite a variety of approaches to funding mental health interventions from a vast array of donors, one funding area receiving increased attention and scrutiny, particularly in the aftermath of the pandemic, is youth mental health.

News & Stories Donor-Advised Funds 04/10/2024

New Report: Valuable Insights into Donor-Advised Funds with Dr. Daniel Heist, Part 3

Philanthropy Roundtable

In light of ongoing criticisms of donor-advised funds (DAFs) and their growing popularity as a flexible giving vehicle, Philanthropy Roundtable interviewed one of the authors of a new research report, “The 2024 National Study on Donor-Advised Funds.” The report offers valuable insights into why these criticisms are unfounded. Equally important, the report demonstrates the myriad ways DAFs are used by donors to strategically support charitable causes, democratize giving and improve countless lives.

News & Stories Donor-Advised Funds 04/03/2024

New Report: Valuable Insights into Donor-Advised Funds with Dr. Daniel Heist, Part 2

Philanthropy Roundtable

In light of ongoing criticisms of donor-advised funds (DAFs) and their growing popularity as a flexible giving vehicle, Philanthropy Roundtable interviewed one of the authors of a new research report, “The 2024 National Study on Donor-Advised Funds.” The report offers valuable insights into why these criticisms are unfounded. Equally important, the report demonstrates the myriad ways DAFs are used by donors to strategically support charitable causes, democratize giving and improve countless lives.

News & Stories Donor-Advised Funds 04/02/2024

Jack Salmon in Philanthropy Daily: Biden’s Proposed Budget Vilifies Wealth and Threatens Philanthropy 

Philanthropy Roundtable

In an op-ed published by Philanthropy Daily, Philanthropy Roundtable Director of Policy Research Jack Salmon responds to President Biden’s proposed 2025 budget and its restrictions on donor-advised funds (DAFs). In opposition to Biden’s proposals, Salmon explains how DAFs allow foundations to pursue their charitable missions effectively and provide the ability to innovate and respond quickly in times of crisis. Salmon also says excessive regulation would negatively impact charitable giving and communities in need.