The Foundation CEO and staff share their latest insights on pressing issues, philanthropy and the work of creating opportunity and equity in Greater New Haven. 

Philanthropy News

By Sharon Cappetta, CAP® / September 08, 2025

We work with business owners to structure charitable giving plans that achieve the company’s goals for its employees and the community. For your clients that run a business, here are some of the changes to the charitable deduction rules that apply to corporations.

By Sharon Cappetta, CAP® / August 11, 2025

Changes under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act are creating complexity, opportunity, and, for some, urgency. Evaluate whether your client could benefit from “bunching” charitable contributions in 2025.

By Sharon Cappetta, CAP® / July 03, 2025

In case you needed a reminder of the benefits of donating highly-appreciated assets, here’s a look at the numbers.

By Sharon Cappetta, CAP® / June 16, 2025

Why a Fund at The Community Foundation Is the Ideal Recipient 

By Sharon Cappetta, CAP® / May 19, 2025

As 2025 continues to deliver twists and turns, it’s important to keep talking about philanthropy. Charitable giving is a vital strategy for your clients, even in times of economic uncertainty.

By Sharon Cappetta, CAP® / April 15, 2025

There are many misconceptions about the differences between private foundations and donor advised funds. Here are three common ones to help you guide your clients. 

By Sharon Cappetta, CAP® / March 07, 2025

Chances are, you’ve already begun to notice that a major transfer of wealth is happening as your Boomer clients establish financial and estate plans to pass their wealth to their Gen X, Gen Z and Millennial children. 

By Sharon Cappetta, CAP® / February 12, 2025

Charitable giving can have positive effects on a donor’s mental and physical health. Help make them happy! 

By / October 20, 2017

A look at three local philanthropists who used estate planning to support the good work of nonprofits in perpetuity

By Howard K. Hill / August 02, 2017
Prosperity Foundation Board Member Howard Hill talks of building, re-building and healing through philanthropy