What happens when the rules around charitable giving suddenly change — and how can nonprofits, donors, and advisors prepare before it’s too late? In this episode of Money to Give, Rick Peck sits down with Jennifer V. Abelaj to unpack the impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and what it could mean for the future of charitable giving. Jennifer explains how new deduction thresholds may reshape donor behavior, why “bunching” donations could become more common, and how nonprofits may need to rethink their fundraising strategies heading into 2026.
Throughout the conversation, Jennifer also shares practical guidance on how nonprofits can prepare internally for larger gifts, strengthen gift acceptance policies, navigate unusual grant rules, and avoid jeopardizing their public charity status. The discussion expands into broader nonprofit trends as well, including mergers, dissolutions, succession planning, and the growing importance of proactive legal and financial oversight. Whether you are a nonprofit leader, donor, fundraiser, CPA, attorney, or philanthropic advisor, this episode offers timely insights into how organizations can adapt and thrive in a rapidly shifting charitable landscape.
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