There is a trend being seen in giving and it has a lot to do with stability and being comfortable with a familiar place. “Place-Based Giving” has evolved from a giving philosophy to a primary strategy for some. It has […]
It’s hard to believe that another year has gone. As we look to our new year, I wanted to share some of the trends that are predicted for Foundation giving for 2026. It’s not hard to guess that one of […]
Operation Christmas Child is one of the most recognized services that is provided for lower socioeconomic children all around the world at Christmastime. Samaritan’s Purse is the organization that leads this program. The president of Samaritan’s Purse, Franklin Graham, started […]
Toys for Tots is a national charitable program run by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, founded in 1947 with the mission to collect new, unwrapped toys and distribute them to economically disadvantaged children at Christmas. The program’s primary goal is […]
A lot of people who want to give to worthy organizations have questions about determining whether a charity is worthy of their hard earned money. Making those decisions involves a bit of research and a thoughtful approach. A “worthy” charity […]
People consider a wide range of criteria when deciding where to give their charitable donations, often driven by a mix of personal values, practical considerations, and a desire for impact. One of the biggest determinations for where people give their […]
Financier Bill Conway announced in 2011 that he would give away $1 billion to a cause that he and his wife believed in and could create jobs for the poor. He asked the public to share ideas with him and […]
The charitable giving scene is constantly evolving, and 2025 is no exception. With a new administration coming in last month, changes are coming quickly. While the past few years have seen some challenges, experts are predicting a positive shift in […]
World Central Kitchen’s (WCK) is a nonprofit organization that has really been stepping up to help first responders and families who have been affected by the wildfires affecting the LA area. Different WCK teams have been mobilized across the region […]
Summarizing the Giving Trends from 2024 Philanthropy and giving changes throughout the years. Giving USA tracks the trends each year and their report from 2024 showed that people continued to practice charitable giving despite inflation. The focus for most people […]