Mission Investing

Why We Should Dial Down Our Enthusiasm for the Giving Pledge

Aaron Dorfman | Posted 05.25.2011

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Aaron Dorfman

I think it's fantastic for billionaires to give money to charity instead of buying expensive toys they don't need. I do, however, have some concerns about the Giving Pledge.

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Philanthropy on Another Planet

Paul Brest | Posted 05.25.2011

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Paul Brest

Although there are good reasons for a foundation to spend down its assets today, there are also legitimate reasons for it to continue its work in perpetuity.

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