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On GivingTuesday, a Plea for Congress to Pass Legislation That Would Make a Difference to Charities Nationwide

This day reminds us that donors pay attention to deadlines. Now is the time to impose them on donor-advised funds.

Put a Stake in “Zombie Charity.” Philanthropy Is for the Living.

Put a Stake in “Zombie Charity.” Philanthropy Is for the Living.

Require all foundations to give at least 7 percent a year — and extend that mandate to donor-advised funds. Otherwise money just ends up going to big nonprofits that don’t need the help nearly as much as grassroots and advocacy causes.

Attacks and Vitriol Will Not Deter Me From Supporting Fixes to Public Policy

Attacks and Vitriol Will Not Deter Me From Supporting Fixes to Public Policy

Controversy has swirled around John Arnold, who critics say wants to be another “Koch brother.” He says his work on issues like pensions has bipartisan support.