Philanthropic Analysis Paralysis

Face it, many of us “wonks” (which I lovingly use) in the philanthropic sector have become enamored with being able to measure things. We also like to complain a lot when we can’t measure something.
Lately, all of the talk has been on the various ways to measure an organizational outcome. Under Ken Berger’s leadership, Charity [...]

Is Obama’s Estate Tax Plan The Nail In The Nonprofit Coffin?

We folks who deal with high net worth clients have wondered for years what will happen with estate taxes when the current plan sunsets in 2011. Let me make a guarantee here (which is something I don’t often do). I guarantee that estate taxes will be addressed before 2010 which is when they are set [...]

The Good Apples- Rise of the New York Philanthropic Advisor Network

What’s the definition of philanthropist? What are the biggest problems facing philanthropy today? How can we philanthropic advisors do a better job serving our clients who are interested in making a difference? What problems are high net worth clients having in discussing philanthropy with their advisors? What words of wisdom and advice do people like [...]

Arthur Brooks “Who Really Cares: The Surprising Truth about Compassionate Conservatism”

Talking politics and religion can be a lethal mix so I’ll tread carefully here. When I make conclusions about things (especially when it comes to religion and politics), I try and be particularly careful to point out when i’m injecting opinion versus stating facts on things. Arthur Brooks’s book, “Who Really Cares: The Surprising Truth about Compassionate [...]