Institute for Policy Studies’ Charity Reform Initiative Releases Independent Report on Donor-Advised Funds, Correcting a Long-Accepted, Industry-Sponsored Narrative
New analysis provides transparent counterweight, exposing reality behind DAF trends.
New analysis finds simple changes to outdated laws governing charities would generate $339 billion over next three years
The Charity Reform Initiative at the Institute for Policy Studies found common-sense charity reform measures outlined by the Donor Revolt for Charity Reform campaign would generate around $110 billion more each year in charitable contributions.
The Donor Revolt for Charity Reform
Prominent philanthropists, national funders, and policy organizations are launching a campaign to call for common sense charity reforms.
“Donor Revolt for Charity Reform” Campaign Highlights Strong Demand for Changes to Philanthropy Rules
A new report also reveals who has spent millions lobbying against charity reform.
Who Is Lobbying against Common-Sense Charity Reform?
Meet the foundations, donor-advised fund sponsors, and community foundations spending money and time to defend the indefensible status quo.
New Poll, Old News: Philanthropy Lobby Is Still Out of Step with Public Opinion on Charity Reform
The Ipsos poll found that a solid majority (75%) believe there should be a maximum amount that ultra-wealthy donors can claim to reduce their taxes.
National Donor-Advised Funds Are Hiding Behind Donation Processors to Make Themselves Look Better
Some donor-advised fund sponsors claim to democratize giving. They are making themselves look more egalitarian than they actually are.
Foundation-to-DAF Conversions: Is It a Thing?
Foundation-to-DAF conversions make up only about 5 percent of all dissolving foundations, but they represent a much larger portion of the dollars.
Say Hello to The Charity Reformer
The first edition of a new Inequality.org newsletter focused on transforming philanthropy for our common good.
VIDEO: How Wealthy Donors Warehouse Charitable Funds “for Generations”
At Scripps News, Chuck Collins breaks down the true cost of billionaire philanthropy — and how to put charitable donations back in the hands of actual charities.
