by Lazar Finker | Jul 5, 2017 | Lazar Finker's Philanthropy Blog
Philanthropy is often seen as a pastime of the wealthy, with benefactors giving millions of dollars to causes of their choice with the intent to make a difference. From the outside, it can be easy to praise this sort of behavior—after all, with that much money being...
by Lazar Finker | Apr 3, 2017 | Lazar Finker's Philanthropy Blog
Today, being aware of the world around us and finding ways to help other people is easier than ever, but many people remain oblivious to ways they can participate in philanthropy throughout their lives. To truly pass on the values of philanthropy, we need to teach...
by Lazar Finker | Mar 8, 2017 | Lazar Finker's Philanthropy Blog
Changes in how information is spread have forced nonprofits to adapt or fall behind. To that end, may of these organizations have tried to create strong brands for themselves online, an endeavor which requires the creation of social media accounts and consistent...
by Lazar Finker | Feb 8, 2017 | Lazar Finker's Philanthropy Blog
Recently, a contribution from the Finker-Frenkel Legacy Foundation was able to fund a Hanukkah party for the Beit Chaya children’s home in Moscow! Raissa and I are happy to continue to support the Solomon Jewish Community Center and see the impact that our...
by Lazar Finker | Dec 15, 2016 | Lazar Finker's Philanthropy Blog
John Gardner once said “Wealth is not new. Neither is charity. But the idea of using private wealth imaginatively, constructively, and systematically to attack the fundamental problems of mankind is new.” The notion that fiscal donations are new is fascinating and...