Idit Knaan for The Chronicle
As the Trump White House and Congress turn their attention to rewriting the tax code, we offer this collection of Chronicle articles and opinions about what potential changes may mean for nonprofits.
What influence does the charitable deduction have on giving? How does the estate tax affect bequests? What is the current state of foundation endowments? Who are the key lawmakers to watch?
We’ll add to the collection regularly, so check back.
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NewsTrump and Taxes: A Guide for Nonprofit Leaders
Rewriting the tax code is a top priority for the White House and congressional Republicans, and it could have big consequences for nonprofits. The Chronicle explains key provisions that influence charitable giving. -
Opinion
Key Members of Congress to Watch in Debate on Trump Policies
Sen. Orrin Hatch and Rep. Kevin Brady will oversee debate over a tax overhaul that could have significant implications for many charities. Also on Mr. Brady’s agenda: repealing a ban on charity politicking. -
Government
Does the Charitable Deduction Matter?
As debate erupts over President Obama’s new effort to limit charity tax breaks for the wealthy, a look at economic research shows that tax incentives do play an important role in giving decisions for some donors. -
News
How Deficit-Reduction Plans Would Treat Tax Breaks for Charitable Gifts
A look at how some new proposals that affect the charitable tax deduction would affect nonprofit groups. -
News
Estate Tax’s Effect on Giving May Not Matter So Much, New Analysis Finds
Even though estate taxes have been gradually reduced each year since 2001, the changes do not seem to have caused a drop in charitable bequests. Instead, the percentage of large estates containing such bequests has remained constant or increased. -
News
Big Foundations Give Little More Than the Law Requires, Data Shows
Most large grant makers give about 5 percent of assets annually, according to a Chronicle analysis. Critics say they should do better. Plus, see our interactive guide to giving rates at the nation’s biggest foundations. -
News
How Big Foundations Stay Big: An Interactive Guide to Giving Rates
By law, private foundations must distribute at least 5 percent of their assets each year. This analysis of nearly 30 of the biggest foundations shows few choose to exceed that amount. -
Opinion
Opinion: Stop the Tax Breaks to Donors Who Give to Influence Policy
American citizens shouldn’t have to help foot the bill for giving that makes it harder for their own voices to be heard. -
Opinion
Opinion: How Congress Can Go Beyond the Charitable Deduction to Spur Giving
Charities are worried about the tax overhaul the president has promised. But they also should seize the opportunity to push for changes on other fronts that could be equally important. -
Opinion
Opinion: It’s Time to Tax Harvard
Large endowments that are never spent shouldn’t be allowed to accumulate, tax-free.
