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The Private Donor Group leverages in-house and external experts to produce leading-edge papers, tools, and research to help donors have more impact with their philanthropy.

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Ways to make a bigger impact

Each year the Center for High Impact Philanthropy produces a report that shows some of the best ways for your giving to have the greatest impact.

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Giving Report

Each year Fidelity Charitable produces a report highlighting the many ways our donors make more of a difference.

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Couples Giving Report

Our study shows that giving brings couples together.

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Women & Giving Report

Women play an important role in philanthropy, and their philanthropic journeys differ from men’s.

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Articles, books and tools

Help kids go to college

Many Private Donor Group members ask how they can support a scholarship using their Giving Account.

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Build Capacity

For nonprofits, increasing capacity is important, but often overlooked by donors.

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Support innovation

Many charities are eager to innovate but need donors to support their efforts.

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Scaling up

Scaling up programs can be challenging for nonprofits but dedicated donors can help.

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DAFs vs. Private Foundations

What’s the difference between a donor-advised fund and a private foundation?

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Confused about how to give?

Learn the differences between a donor-advised fund, a private foundation, and more.

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Suggested reading

Explore recommended books on a variety of topics related to philanthropy, wealth, and family.

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Center for High Impact Philanthropy

CHIP provides independent guidance on how to achieve the greatest social impact.

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Exponent Philanthropy

Exponent Philanthropy serves small foundations, families, and individual donors who are motivated by personal passion, community needs, and the desire for better outcomes.

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