The Chronicle of Philanthropy

80 Years After a Donor Dies, Charities Get Surprise Gifts

Nearly 80 years after a Civil War veteran died, his $9.6-million estate has found its way to three Pennsylvania charities that had no idea they were the beneficiaries of his money.

KidsPeace, Moravian Theological Seminary, and St. Luke's Hospital & Health Network have each received unrestricted gifts of approximately $3.2-million...

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