July 14, 2015

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From Bruce DeBoskey’s “On Philanthropy” column in the Denver Post: Although philanthropy is a deeply personal and highly individualized endeavor, here are the top five broadlyRead more »

June 30, 2015

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Despite a volatile international stock market, Americans are continuing to generously support nonprofit organizations and programs. From GivingUSA: Americans gave an estimated $358.38 billion to charity inRead more »

June 11, 2015

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From the Business Review: For many people, charitable giving is an important personal commitment. In a recent study on philanthropy, 91 percent of respondents have donated moneyRead more »

December 22, 2014

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This post comes to us from Bruce DeBoskey and the Denver Post: During the holiday season, our mailboxes are overflowing with catalogs, holiday cards — andRead more »

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President Barack Obama has signed House Resolution 5771 into law. Among the other provisions in this bill, the IRS benefit for charitable Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs)Read more »

December 17, 2014

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An inspiring Thanksgiving message about family philanthropy by Philip J. Toffel, Esq., CEO of Sage Hill Advisory & Management: I find that many of my friends, family and IRead more »

December 08, 2014

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From the New York Times: I love this time of year, except for one teeny, tiny thing: charitable giving guilt. You know exactly what I’m talkingRead more »

Myles of Smyles donation
October 22, 2014

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From the Chronicle of Philanthropy: Most wealthy people give, but few of them are satisfied with what their philanthropy accomplishes, says a new report. The reportRead more »

Amy O'Connor, Esq.
September 30, 2014

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The Community Foundation is proud to share the news that their Professional Advisor Committee Chair, Amy O’Connor, Esq., has been named the Best Lawyers 2014-2015 ElderRead more »

Karen Bilowith
September 29, 2014

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Dear friends: For nearly half a century, the Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region has strengthened our community through philanthropy. As the Foundation approaches its’Read more »