The many ways affluent individuals and families turn to philanthropy to bring meaning to their wealth; the best practices in logistics and strategies for making philanthropic efforts as effective as possible.
From Hearth To Heritage
Transforming a renowned home into a public legacy can be a difficult—but eminently rewarding—process. more »
From Eyesore To Icon
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s Farnsworth House in Plano, Ill., is an example of how owners, preservationists and the community at large can collaborate to save an architectural marvel from oblivion. more »
Measuring Up
Scrutinizing charities beyond the simple facts of their balance sheets helps donors find the strongest programs. more »
Southern Hospitality
According to Max van Balgooy historical home museums are probably the most popular type of museum in the United States. more »
Back To School
New university programs on wealth management and philanthropy seek to attract the affluent, but most are still nascent and untested. more »
Controlling Interest
Donor Managed Investment Accounts enable nonprofits to offer donors greater power over their philanthropic portfolios. more »
Saving a Spendthrift
Those seeking to rescue a charity should first consider a dose of tough love. more »
Medical Missionaries
Entrepreneurs who apply their skills and drive to champion the fight against serious illness can have an enormous impact, but not all donors have the requisite skills. more »
Smart Streets
A private partnership endeavors to solve a very public problem. more »
In the Wake of the Tsunami
Philanthropists, foundations and humanitarian groups are still learning hard lessons from the relief efforts of the Christmas tsunami. more »
In the Wake of the Tsunami
Philanthropists, foundations and humanitarian groups are still learning
hard lessons from the relief efforts of the Christmas tsunami. more »