Giving Without Grasping

Giving Without Grasping

A newsletter on the thoughtful stewardship of wealth, values, and giving.

Stewardship

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What Wealth Takes

Jul 15, 2026

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10 min read

What Wealth Takes

The Hidden Cost of Accumulation and the Practice That Restores What Was Lost

Shanon Solava
Shanon Solava

Family Philanthropy

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Wherever the Mind Feels Inspired

Jul 10, 2026

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9 min read

Wherever the Mind Feels Inspired

What the Buddha's Teaching on Generosity Asks of Modern Philanthropy

Shanon Solava
Shanon Solava

Values-Based Philanthropy

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A Donor, a Fellowship Program, and a Lesson in Quiet Leadership

Jul 9, 2026

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4 min read

A Donor, a Fellowship Program, and a Lesson in Quiet Leadership

The Fellowship Program that began with a donor refusing to be sold to.

Shanon Solava
Shanon Solava

Family Philanthropy

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Values Before Strategy

Jul 2, 2026

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4 min read

Values Before Strategy

Money, Relationships, and Philanthropy Beyond Compliance

Shanon Solava
Shanon Solava

Family Philanthropy

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The Philanthropic Conversation Gap Is Not a Tax Problem

Jun 23, 2026

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3 min read

The Philanthropic Conversation Gap Is Not a Tax Problem

Most clients have been waiting to be asked.

Shanon Solava
Shanon Solava

Family Philanthropy

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The First Philanthropy Question Advisors Should Ask

Jun 20, 2026

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4 min read

The First Philanthropy Question Advisors Should Ask

What do you hope your wealth makes possible?

Shanon Solava
Shanon Solava
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