Traditional Philanthropy Is Just as Important as Public Policy Giving
I love sitting down with people who donate to the liberty movement so I can…
Stephanie G. LipsApril 29, 2025
Teaching Children the Joy of Giving
As parents, Brad and I strive to instill values in our children that will shape…
Stephanie G. LipsAugust 2, 2023
I Worked in a Ukrainian Refugee Camp for a Week—Here’s What I Witnessed
I’ve been in Europe the past two weeks, seeing clients and grantees of DonorsTrust at…
Stephanie G. LipsMay 27, 2022
What a Hit-and-Run in NYC Taught Me About My Legacy
Why should I care about my legacy plans? I mean, I have nine lives, don’t…
Stephanie G. LipsMarch 25, 2022
Mummy Costumes and “Great Mistakes”
My seven-year-old P.D. (Peter Dylan) came home from school last week, talking about Great Mistakes.…
Stephanie G. LipsOctober 31, 2021
Finding Contentment Inside My Garden and Beyond
At the end of Candide, Voltaire's protagonist settles into a new view of the world. “I…
Stephanie G. LipsSeptember 8, 2021
Don’t Leave Your Loved One’s Legacy to Fate
Dementia sucks! The Catholic schoolgirl in me doesn't like using that kind of language, but…
Stephanie G. LipsJune 27, 2021
How Your Charitable Legacy Can Live On in Hearts and Minds
When I was diagnosed with cancer in 2017, I found myself very moved – and…
Stephanie G. LipsMay 31, 2021
The Tithe: A Gateway for Philanthropic Engagement
I’m feeling proud of my six-year-old, Peter Dylan, this week. He’s just been scheduled to…
Stephanie G. LipsMarch 29, 2021
Don’t Let Them See Your Fear and Other Tips for Planned Giving
I will not forget the night last May that I opened a kitchen cabinet and…
Stephanie G. LipsJanuary 26, 2021
