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Spending the Inheritance: A New Paradigm in Baby Boomer Giving
Walter Hamilton, Los Angeles Times April 26, 2011
A recent survey shows nearly half of all Baby Boomer parents have no intention of leaving their wealth to their children. Travel and personal relationships are the new priorities. At the heart of the reluctance seems to be an issue of trust with heirs.

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Related: Boomers Impact on Non-profits & Giving

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President Obama Talks About His Plan for Tackling the Nation's Fiscal Challenges
Mark Landler & Michael D. Shear, New York Times April 26, 2011
President Barack Obama is pointed about our national debt as well as preserving what he sees as staunch American values to be protected and preserved. He answers the Republican proposal with an alternative plan where cuts and philosophical differences make for a challenging time for the budget.

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Suzanne (a Gathering Participant) and Gwen have created a business that generates profits for orphan ministries. They are two moms who love orphans and met six years ago as they we were both going through their first adoptions (one domestic and one international). Thirteen kids and seven adoptions later, they are bound together through faith and mission. See what they're all about.

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Lessons Learned in the Classroom of Higher Educational Giving
Stephen Friess, Investors.com April 26, 2011
Gathering participant Stephen Friess talks about his experience with endowments and giving to higher education. He discovered some traps and old rules but also found that education is worth investing in; as long as you know what you're in for.

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Related: Educational Giving on the Increase in 2011

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How To Make Philanthropy A Family Affair
Betsy Brill, Forbes.Com April 26, 2011
Multi-generational giving faces many challenges. Preparing children and grandchildren for the responsibilities of wealth is not only prudent but also critical. There are several strategies that can help carve a path to better understanding and preparing our families for the privilege of giving and stewardship.

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Related: Making the Most of Your Inheritance

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Why This 'Secret Millionaire' Went Public
Mark Moring, Christianity Today April 5, 2011
When self-made millionaire Dani Johnson was asked by ABC to star in the show Secret Millionaire, she resisted several times before giving in. Not wanting to "do her good works before men," Dani wrestled with giving in such a public way, but ultimately settled on the idea that God is most concerned with the heart of the giver. Find out what else she learned and experienced on the show.

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