Should big nonprofits that operate like corporations still enjoy sweeping tax exemptions? Scott Hodge thinks not—arguing for nearly $40 billion in new federal taxes on large hospitals, wealthy universities, and donor-advised funds. His case highlights a growing tension: when mission-driven institutions behave like market giants, the public benefit of their tax breaks comes into question. Whether controversial or overdue, the debate forces us to ask what it really means to be a nonprofit today.
Read MoreAfter years of declining donor participation, a new federal tax provision could help nonprofits reignite support from everyday givers. Starting in 2026, even non-itemizers can claim a modest charitable deduction ($1,000 for individuals, $2,000 for couples) signaling renewed recognition of smaller gifts. As Howard Husock argues, this shift isn't just financial; it's philosophical, affirming that generosity isn’t reserved for the wealthy. Nonprofits now have a strategic opportunity to re-engage the middle and rebuild a more inclusive culture of giving.
Read MoreThe U.S. is $36 trillion in debt—and the clock is ticking. For decades, leaders have dodged hard choices, hiding behind sacred cows like Social Security, tax cuts, and defense spending. But the time for denial is over; everything must go on the chopping block, or we face a fiscal reckoning that will gut the economy and crush future generations. There are no easy outs—only hard truths and even harder consequences.
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