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Coming to the Table: Web-Only Edition

Philanthropy thought leaders continue a discussion about opportunities and challenges in trying economic times and beyond.

A New Generation of Leaders, Scholars

The Center on Philanthropy’s first Ph.D.’s in Philanthropic Studies are already impacting philanthropy in a variety of ways.

A Time to Plan

Success with planned gifts is on the rise, and major gifts have declined. But now could be a good time to lay the foundation for a major gifts program.

A Small but Significant Effect

Proposed changes to charitable tax deductions and tax rates could have a negative effect that’s relatively small but still compounds the challenges faced by nonprofits.

Big Gifts in Tough Times

Million-dollar-plus gifts from individuals dropped significantly in 2008, but gifts from foundations increased.