philanthropy

Judith Rodin: Rockefeller Foundation Head Changes the Charity and the World

By Dan Gilgoff - Nation & World - October 22, 2009

For challenging the lines of thinking about charity, she is one America's Best Leaders. more >>

Bill and Kathy Magee: Operation Smile Founders Make a Difference

By Amanda Ruggeri - Nation & World - October 22, 2009

They are among America's Best Leaders for bringing smiles to children's faces around the world. more >>

Greg Mortenson: Promotes Peace Through Girls' Schools

By Anna Mulrine - Nation & World - October 22, 2009

The Three Cups of Tea author is one of America's Best Leaders for his work in Afghanistan. more >>

David Robinson: Former NBA Player Turns to Education

By Alex Kingsbury - Nation & World - October 22, 2009

The Admiral is one of America's Best Leaders because of his work with the Carver Academy. more >>

America Suffers No 'Crisis in Philanthropy'

By Peter Roff - Peter Roff - June 26, 2009

No, America is not in a crisis of philanthropy. But new laws on giving wouldn't help if we were. more >>

How to Donate to Charity, for Free

By Kimberly Palmer - Money - May 4, 2009

8 ways to be generous without spending more more >>

Know the Tax Rules for Charitable Donations

By Philip Moeller - The Best Life - May 4, 2009

Recession has shifted giving from money into household items and valuables. more >>

How to Give: Tips For Passing on Wealth To Your Kids, Your Charity, and Your Dog

By Kirk Shinkle - Money - April 28, 2009

Advice on making sure your giving goes exactly where you intend. more >>

Obama's Tax Return Offers Look at Faith-Based Charitable Giving

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - April 16, 2009

The president's 2008 tax return shows he gave 6.5 percent of his salary to charity. more >>

With GIVE Act, Congress Hurts Charities Yet Again

By Mary Kate Cary - Mary Kate Cary - April 2, 2009

Why volunteer for free when you can get paid by the government instead? more >>

Obama Tells Charities They're Wrong About His Tax Plan

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - March 25, 2009

The president says that his proposal to reduce the charitable tax deduction will help charities. more >>

Taxing Charity to Fund the Big Government Obama Healthcare Plan

By Mary Kate Cary - Mary Kate Cary - March 3, 2009

The Obama healthcare plan shows a fundamental shift in faith from the public to the private sector. more >>

Obama's Threat to Charities and Universities: His Budget and Taxes

By Michael Barone - Michael Barone - February 27, 2009

Barack Obama evidently wants to shift vast sums from charities to bureaucrats. more >>

Faith-Based Charities Hit Hard by Economic Crisis, and It's Their Own Fault

By Bonnie Erbe - Bonnie Erbe - February 20, 2009

They should have never relied on government funding to begin with. more >>

Red Cross: Free Travel for Lucky Blood Donors

By Michelle Andrews - On Health and Money - January 5, 2009

American Red Cross's southern region chooses novel way to replenish blood supply. more >>

Happy Holidays From Michelle Obama

By Paul Bedard - Washington Whispers - December 23, 2008

This note just landed in our E-mail box. more >>

Volunteer to Help Those Hit By the Recession

By Christopher J. Gearon - Nation & World - December 18, 2008

You can help others and also develop connections and skills that can help you, too. more >>

Appreciating Charity in the Season of Giving

By Carrie Lukas - Opinion - December 18, 2008

We are still a charitable nation and should not let the slump change that, Carrie Lukas writes. more >>

Green Gift Guide: For Philanthropists

By Maura Judkis - Fresh Greens - December 12, 2008

Gifts for those who want to do some green good. more >>

Vaccination Rates Overreported in Developing Countries

By Deborah Kotz - On Medicine - December 11, 2008

Charities may be overpaying to vaccinate poor children. more >>

Craig Newmark Talks Philanthropy, Politics

By Candice Novak - Money - December 5, 2008

Craigslist founder talks to us about the online civic-service movement. more >>

America's Best Leaders: Steven Spielberg, Filmmaker

By Jay Tolson - Nation & World - November 19, 2008

He addresses important issues on the big screen and through his philanthropy. more >>

Star Power

Money - November 10, 2008

This entrepreneur is enlisting a little help from Hollywood to meet her double bottom line. more >>

Keep Giving Back

Money - October 7, 2008

In a struggling economy, entrepreneurs get creative with philanthropy. more >>

Women and Philanthropy: 4 Ways to Get Started

By Kimberly Palmer - Money - September 23, 2008

Women's growing financial power changes the world of philanthropy. more >>