He took over to continue the giving. Now he says the fund’s sponsor can't confirm if a single donation was made.

I’m a fifth-generation inheritor of wealth who was raised in a culture that valued both generosity and resource hoarding. Recognizing the flaws in that mindset — and believing that I don’t have the ...

Through a family foundation, you can make a powerful impact on causes close to your heart and leave a charitable legacy to future generations. However, it’s important to understand the specific ...

The Carnegie Corporation named the 2022 winners of the Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy in an August 3 Chronicle forum. Among the awardees was Stacy Schusterman, who joined Chronicle editor Stacy Palmer ...

For some investors, charitable giving is a meaningful passion in their lives. They commit a substantial amount of their wealth to a cause close to their heart through yearly giving and often through ...

In my conversations with clients, I’m often asked how they can leave a legacy. As we establish an estate plan and discuss how wealth will transition to heirs, we talk about how they can not only leave ...

Charitable trusts and private foundations are powerful tools that allow individuals and families to support causes they care about. Both options allow you to create a meaningful legacy and ensure that ...