by Diana Conway
It’s tax time again, and I’m reviewing my recent charitable donations. So many worthy organizations asked for help in 2009—friends of the poor, defenders of the oppressed, and lovers of the arts. Along with the decision where to place my money came the question Should I give anonymously or allow my name to [...]

By Joy Steward

By Sharon Bushell
 I thought it prudent to Google “philanthropy” before writing this essay, as I could think of nothing to add to the topic that is not obvious. I found almost three million sites for that one word, and more than three million more when I input “philanthropy ideas.” If you are searching for an [...]

By Carey JamesÂ
As adults, most of us have been in a position to give back to our community or to a friend in need at one point, and know how enriching it feels to contribute to the greater good. But how many of our children have had that opportunity?

By Joy Steward
Most Alaskans will receive their permanent fund dividends this month. For the more than 5,100 Alaskans that opted to use the new PFD Charitable Contributions Program Pick. Click. Give. their checks will be a little less. This difference in the amount of their checks translates to more, approximately $545,000 more, in support [...]

By Ann Keffer
I am reminded of the parable, variously said to be of Japanese, Hasidic or Christian origin, of the long spoons. In it, a young person who is curious about heaven and hell is taken to a chamber in which a multitude of people are seated around an enormous round table in the center [...]