Visionary Voices

Visionary Voices is all about sharing bold ideas, lessons learned, and insights that can truly make a difference in philanthropy. Whether you’ve developed a unique strategy, discovered powerful lessons from challenges, or have expert advice to help others grow, your voice matters here. Stories of success—and the valuable insights gained along the way—have the power to inspire, connect, and spark conversations that move the sector forward. Share your expertise or personal experiences today, because the future of giving needs voices like yours. Contribute and be part of something bigger.

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Hard Lessons Learned …

Luckily, the most important lessons I’ve learned in my 40+ years of fundraising and charitable estate planning came near the beginning. Many of those experiences were painful, and it’s still somewhat embarrassing to shine a spotlight on my greatest mistakes. Nonetheless, things I learned from my stumblings have become essential elements of my fundraising career. Here are my top ten greatest mistakes (so far).

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Tax Benefits and Public Subsidies:

When you think about donating to charity, what comes to mind? Most of us picture generosity and kindness—people stepping up to make the world a better place. But behind every gift lies a complex system of tax benefits, sparking plenty of debates. And some are ugly.

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