Does Your Corporate Giving Program Need a Refresh?

In its 2015 Report, Giving USA indicated that US corporations donated $17.8 billion dollars to charitable organizations.  The bulk of this giving is through foundations they have set up for this purpose.  While this number pales in comparison to the $258 … Continued

Sell Off The Family Farm? Not So Fast!

Sharing real estate with multiple family members and between generations can be tricky.  It’s why most professional advisers recommend selling it off rather than trying to keep shared land in the family. Selling may be the right decision, but for … Continued

Cultivating Generosity – Inspiring The Next Generation

Opus partner, Jamie Forbes, recently participated in “Th!nk Forum” series hosted by Ballentine Partners at the Ritz-Carlton in Boston.  The discussion centered around teaching philanthropy to the next generation.  As is often the case, these stories begin with personal discoveries that … Continued