Topic: Value of family in philanthropy - Page 6

Comparing direct gifts, donor-advised funds, private foundations, and supporting organizations

Posted on May 2, 2014 by National Center for Family Philanthropy

This simple chart compares four common vehicles for family philanthropy over a variety of considerations, including control, privacy, governance and succession options, administrative and management costs, and tax deductions and gift valuation… Read More

Positive Tracks: A Story of Generation Next Philanthropy

Posted on February 15, 2014 by Gioia C. Perugini, Nini Meyer

[Photo: Youth gather at the beginning of a Postive Tracks fundraising race.] Much has been written about the “next generation” and its integration into family philanthropy. How will they get involved? Will their philanthropic initiatives look different from those of their parents and grandparents? What tools and resources can help them be most effective? Nini Meyer was raised in a… Read More

Our legacy, our story: The Walton Family Foundation

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Walton Family Foundation

When Sam and Helen Walton launched their modest retail business in 1962, one of their goals was to increase opportunity and improve the lives of others along the way… Read More

An entrepreneurial spirit: Three centuries of Rockefeller Family Philanthropy

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors

The video presents a historical perspective on the family’s philanthropic legacy, and a discussion of the ideas, values and rituals that influence and shape Rockefeller family philanthropy. … Read More

Building a Solid Foundation for Your Family with Mission Statements

Posted on October 13, 2011 by Molly Stranahan, Patricia Angus

What are family mission statements and how do they differ from family foundation mission statements? How do families create these statements and what is a good process for creating one?… Read More

Philanthropy’s Role in Developing Responsible Adults

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Allison Sole, Sam Davis III

Families of wealth face unique challenges. In most cases, children cannot avoid being set apart because of the communities in which they live, the kinds of cars they drive, the vacations they take, and the affluent friends whose company they keep. They can afford to attend elite private schools and receive the support of coaches and tutors. The extent of… Read More

Seeding Family Tradition

Posted on July 14, 2011 by Lissa Widoff, Susan Turnbull

Donor legacy statements and ethical wills have joined bylaws, values statements and mission statements as important documents for describing a family’s philanthropic activities and dreams. … Read More

The Value of Family in Philanthropy: Making the Case

Posted on December 9, 2010 by Virginia M. Esposito, Carrie Avery

Based on findings from NCFP's report, "The Power to Produce Wonders," this call is essential for anyone seeking to understand and make the case for continued support of the remarkable phenomenon that is American family philanthropy… Read More

The Power to Produce Wonders: The Value of Family in Philanthropy

Posted on September 24, 2010 by Virginia M. Esposito

Little is known about the value private family philanthropy represents in our society and the essential role it plays in our democracy. This special report, developed to celebrate the 10th anniversary of NCFP, provides an overview of the value of family involvement in philanthropy… Read More

Children, Families, and Wealth – How Philanthropy Can Help

Posted on May 13, 2010 by Ariana Snowdon, Lana Volftsun

While there is often discussion about the role that the younger generation can play in a family’s philanthropy, less often discussed is the role of philanthropy in raising children amidst abundance. Many of the challenges of growing up wealthy can be eased through engaging the next generation in philanthropy… Read More

Comparing direct gifts, donor-advised funds, private foundations, and supporting organizations

Value of family in philanthropy

Comparing direct gifts, donor-advised funds, private foundations, and supporting organizations

Posted on May 2, 2014 by National Center for Family Philanthropy

Positive Tracks: A Story of Generation Next Philanthropy

Posted on February 15, 2014 by Gioia C. Perugini, Nini Meyer

Our legacy, our story: The Walton Family Foundation

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Walton Family Foundation

An entrepreneurial spirit: Three centuries of Rockefeller Family Philanthropy

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors

Building a Solid Foundation for Your Family with Mission Statements

Posted on October 13, 2011 by Molly Stranahan, Patricia Angus

Philanthropy’s Role in Developing Responsible Adults

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Allison Sole, Sam Davis III

Seeding Family Tradition

Posted on July 14, 2011 by Lissa Widoff, Susan Turnbull

The Value of Family in Philanthropy: Making the Case

Posted on December 9, 2010 by Virginia M. Esposito, Carrie Avery

The Power to Produce Wonders: The Value of Family in Philanthropy

Posted on September 24, 2010 by Virginia M. Esposito

Children, Families, and Wealth – How Philanthropy Can Help

Posted on May 13, 2010 by Ariana Snowdon, Lana Volftsun

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