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Whether to continue giving when circumstances change

I want to stop giving to my college because of their huge endowment, but they named a building after my parents and withdrawing support feels like dishonoring their memory.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Emotional loyalty and rational assessment of need are pulling your generosity in opposite directions.

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Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Philanthropy — how to give effectively?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.