Business owners who work hard to grow a business and sell it (hopefully, with a substantial windfall) oftentimes focus on philanthropy and making a difference with their new-found wealth. Successful sellers usually recognize...more
Part 1 of our Article addressed why a charitably-inclined client should make a gift to charity in the year of business sale.
Having completed the analysis of when it is best to make a gift, some clients may hesitate to...more
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Many grantmakers are unaware, but private foundations can make direct grants to individuals to further the private foundation’s exempt purpose. Private foundations often focus their grantmaking programs on making grants to...more
For charitably inclined individuals, there is a significant amount of uncertainty brought on by possible policy shifts that may occur if former Vice President Joe Biden is elected and Democrats take a majority in the Senate....more
For high-profile athletes commanding mega salaries and worldwide fame, giving back generously to their communities or to a cherished cause is a go-to play. Charitable giving carries limited risk while offering significant...more
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act includes four changes to the rules for charitable income tax deductions:
1. $300 Above-the-Line Charitable Income Deduction (Section 2204 of the CARES...more
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, businesses may consider having their affiliated company foundations take the lead on providing assistance to affected employees and their families. This is permitted, but companies must...more
Cause-related marketing is frequently used by businesses to bolster sales, improve brand reputation, and improve public relations. Under the laws of a number of states, when a business advertises that it will make a...more