Council on Foundations

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  Tax Law Leaves Charitable Deduction Intact

  By Michael S. Fischer  |  January 4, 2013

  But the permanent extension of the Pease limitation on itemized deductions was met with less enthusiasm from charities.

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  Council on Foundations Reorganizes to Better Serve Members

  By Michael S. Fischer  |  December 18, 2012

  Nineteen jobs eliminated as organization moves toward less traditional structure. Twelve positions to be created.

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  Community Charities Saw Improved Prospects in 2011

  By Michael S. Fischer  |  May 18, 2012

  Community foundations continued to operate in an economically volatile environment in 2011, but saw enough good news for “cautious optimism,” according to a new survey.

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  Foundation Salaries Rose in 2011, Report Says

  By Michael S. Fischer  |  March 22, 2012

  Independent and family foundations reported higher median CEO salaries than public and community foundations.

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  DAFs on the Carpet: Should They Have Mandatory Payout Rates?

  By Michael S. Fischer  |  December 1, 2011

  Should Congress impose mandatory payout rates on donor-advised funds, similar to those required of private foundations? Ray Madoff, a professor at Boston College Law School, says yes.