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Round marks are overlapping many times.
Loving the Limits: Chesterton on Mission Drift

Gilbert Keith would advise you to stay in your lane.

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Five Key Takeaways from the “2026 Charitable Giving in America” Survey

Findings from Church Mutual can help guide nonprofits as they navigate 2026 and changes in generational giving.

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Don’t Conflate Foreign Influence with Philanthropy

The existence of bad actors doesn’t make donor-advised funds suspicious “dark money” vehicles.

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Once Upon an Envelope . . .

Sometimes it’s good to give away the ending.

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The Frustration with Innovation

Bright Shiny Object Syndrome and its effect on the nonprofit sector.

Philanthropy is power—for better and for worse

Considering the principle of “subsidiarity” as a way to untangle the complex relationship between philanthropy, power, and justice.

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Rebuilding America’s Third Places

A philanthropic agenda for opportunity and community flourishing.

Investing in Vocations

Nonprofits are helping to spur growth by alleviating the financial burden that comes with religious callings.

Frank Thoughts About Francis

Lent lends itself to reflecting on charity and the beloved saint.

Classical Education in the Age of the Anxious Child

In his most recent book, Jonathan Haidt presents a problem. Classical education offers one possible solution.

Nothing Certain but Death and Tactics

Direct mail strategy is important, but there’s nothing more reliable than rock-solid tactics—starting with your humble reply envelope.

The Apostle Paul's Fundraising Letter: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Nonprofits

Like Paul, as a fundraiser you should cast a compelling vision, frame giving as a higher God-given purpose, and cultivate joy in your encouragement to give.