Summer is almost here and that means it’s time to start thinking about how you’re going to spend the next few months. While there’s likely to be plenty of time outdoors and time spent visiting family and friends, the summer also lends itself to many volunteer opportunities in Orange County. It’s a great time of …
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I tell people that my mission is to help more people “live richer lives”, which invokes their curiosity. Being somewhat unclear, they often ask, “What does that mean?” I’m always glad as this is one of my favorite subjects to talk about. While many wonder if they will ever find greater new roles for their …
You’re definitely not in Bill Gates’ league, but you do pride yourself on being a loyal supporter of one or more important philanthropic causes. You may have started small a number of years ago, but now days you’ve budgeted several thousands of dollars annually to support your favorite organizations. Likely, you complete this either with …
Philanthropy for the Rest of Us: Age and Charitable Giving Benefits Read More »
So I’ve convinced you that philanthropy is not just for the “uber-wealthy” who write huge checks and get their names on buildings. But are you aware that it doesn’t even have to be centered on writing small checks either? It doesn’t have to involve giving property at all. That is right, you can be a …
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You’re definitely not in Bill Gates’ league, but you do pride yourself on being a loyal supporter of one or more important philanthropic causes. You may have started giving small a number of years ago, but now days you’ve budgeted several thousands of dollars annually to support your favorite organizations. Likely, you complete this either …
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Charitable giving should be treated as any other expense. You want to budget for it so that you’re giving what you can while still taking care of your other financial responsibilities. Having a line in your budget for it will assure that you are giving what you want and most importantly, what you can afford. …
Orange County, California is home to many non-profit organizations that are doing good for so many people in a variety of ways. OneOC is one of those groups that is making a positive contribution to its community. Over the years, OneOC has helped companies and non-profits in Orange County reach their fullest potential by providing …
The end of the year is just around the corner which means it’s time to start thinking about how to make your charitable giving go further if you haven’t already. Since the holiday season is the perfect time to help others, you want your donations to reach as many people as possible. As you consider …
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When it comes to philanthropy, there are many different ways to give and help those in need. From foundations to non-profits, the power of philanthropy is alive and well in many communities. Besides your foundations and non-profit organizations, giving circles are another way to practice philanthropy and make sure those who need help receive it. …
You’re not Bill (or Melinda) Gates, we understand that you can’t give mega bucks to support the causes that are important to you. But you do want to be as supportive as you can. The trouble is, when does that support begin to jeopardize your family’s future? And there are any number of demands on …
