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When inherited philanthropy conflicts with personal values

My mother left me her foundation to run but I do not share her religious beliefs that motivate all the programs.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Managing resources dedicated to causes we do not support creates tension between family loyalty and personal integrity.

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Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Nonprofit and mission-driven organizations as legacy?”

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