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For the family foundations and investors interested in exploring the option of program-related investments (PRI), this interview with Brian Lucareli, Michael Calabrese, and Emmaline Jurgena at Foley & Lardner provides an overview on the investment option that allows a private foundation to invest for charitable purposes rather than making a typical charitable grant. They also discuss the PRI’s purpose for charitable organizations, the necessary IRS documentation, and how PRI compares to traditional investments.

Nonprofits are facing increasing budget and personnel uncertainty due to both a decline in donations and threats of cuts to government funding. As a result, volunteers will become even more important in helping nonprofits fulfill their missions. However, even the most well-intentioned and qualified volunteers can expose organizations and philanthropic families to legal, financial, and reputational risks—especially if the volunteers are placed in unsuitable roles or lack proper screening, training, and supervision.

For many art collectors, the allure of acquiring and displaying art often overshadows the effort required to manage it properly and plan for its eventual disposition. After all, upon death, you can’t take it with you. Estate planning for art collectors involves navigating a complex landscape of valuation, tax, and management issues. Without a strategic approach, the beauty hanging on your walls might be at risk of becoming entangled in tax and legal concerns. So, it’s time to master the art of estate planning so your collection remains a source of pride and prosperity for generations.

With the U.S. election results in 2024 setting the stage for significant changes in tax legislation, the administration is expected to prioritize extending the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA) and potentially repealing parts of the Inflation Reduction Act, which may lead to adjustments in corporate taxes and individual tax provisions. As we navigate these changes, it is important for individuals and businesses to stay informed and proactive in their planning approach.

In the quest to generate positive social change, family philanthropies face diverse and sometimes competing perspectives. They also must sort through an overwhelming amount of information to make good decisions—and often, that information is too general or limited to be useful. With this research report, clear and focused data goes a long way toward helping families make confident decisions for their family foundations and at each inflection point in their philanthropy.

Even the most enthusiastic and driven donors often become overwhelmed and anxious, causing them to put off, stall, or curtail their giving, which in turn, hinders impact and strips the joy out of philanthropy. In this report, we explore the behavioral science behind the ten most common barriers to giving—such as too many choices, fear of uncomfortable family dynamics, and lack of urgency—and provide effective and actionable ways for you to overcome those barriers.

If you’re philanthropically inclined, you can contribute your life insurance to a 501(c)(3) public charity, like a donor-advised fund. There are two primary methods to contribute life insurance to charity, and each one has different timing and tax benefits. Using a case study, the two options illustrate how donations can maximize the charitable impact.