Tag: philanthropy

Big Time Charity


There is recently an interest in large scale philanthropy.  The charge is being led by The Gates family, Warren Buffet and many others.  It may have begun in 1997 with Ted Turner’s billion dollar pledge to the UN. The December 2 issue of Forbes… Continue Reading “Big Time Charity”

Charity or Philanthropy


Charity is an event.  Philanthropy is a process.  Why choose philanthropy? The research indicates that families that practice philanthropy tend to be more successful.  I don’t know why exactly, but I can speculate that families that practice philanthropy are less self-absorbed and that may… Continue Reading “Charity or Philanthropy”

How To Give Away The Taxes Your Estate Owes


If you intend to benefit a favored charity upon your death, life insurance is a fertile area for research. If you have liquid assets set aside to meet estate obligations and are in good health, you might find this example interesting. If you are… Continue Reading “How To Give Away The Taxes Your Estate Owes”

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