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The Donor Advised Fund Explosion
You may not have as much interest as I do in tracking the growth of donor advised funds over the years, but…
Do I Give Now or Do I Save to Give Later?
Should I be giving now or is it OK to give later? During the crush of the pandemic, there was a heartfelt…
Legacy is What You Put In Motion
I used to think of legacy as something we left behind. But not anymore.
Unexpected Gifts Make the World a Better Place
So it’s happened twice recently. I got on a plane and there were people giving gifts. First, there was the woman with…
Another Story One Seat Over: Tenacity & Legacy
I leaned over and asked if Kansas City was her destination. She said, “Yes, but I’ve been visiting my daughter in Oregon.”…
Can We Learn About Legacy from the Prodigal Son Story?
I’d bet you’re familiar with the story of the Prodigal Son, but do you know the key family legacy principle it so…
The Things We Pass On to Our Kids
It’s funny the things we pass on to our kids. My kids root for the basketball team of my alma mater, but…
What It Takes for a Lasting Family Business Legacy
It might surprise you. The success of a long-term family business is not in the gregarious or charismatic leader. To the contrary,…
The Time I Ran For President
There are some acts of generosity that can’t be forgotten. Some of them come to life with the passage of time. For…
Finding Clarity In The Midst of Uncertainty
What time is it? It’s a time of uncertainty. Perhaps in the past we were too confident in our ability to predict…
Giving Her Best to Make a Difference
What are you about? Not just a career or a job, but a passion. What drives you to give your best?