University Gift Fees Are Under Scrutiny as State Lawmakers Weigh a Bill Protecting Donor Intent

University Gift Fees Are Under Scrutiny as State Lawmakers Weigh a Bill Protecting Donor Intent

The Ohio Senate passed a bill that builds greater accountability into how universities manage endowed funds. We speak with alumni who testified in support of the legislation and explore key takeaways for donors elsewhere.

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Dispute Over an Underwater Endowment Shines a Light on University Gift Fees

Dispute Over an Underwater Endowment Shines a Light on University Gift Fees

A donor’s family is asking a university to honor a restricted endowment gift after learning about an annual fee for development costs. We dig into these common but sometimes opaque fees, and explore how donors can avoid similar surprises.

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