Family Legacy
New Legacy in Family Philanthropy Workbook: Featuring Hammer & Associates’ Tips for Having the Values Conversation
What is the legacy you are passing on? What do you wish you could impart to others, in your lifetime and beyond? These are questions you may have asked yourself, particularly in this last year of pandemic. These questions get to the heart of legacy—the gifts, values, and family spirit that you instill in others.…
When a Loved One Dies: Dealing with Family Dynamics (Part 2 of 2)
The death of a family member—especially a foundation leader—is likely the largest change a family will undergo. Suddenly, or not so suddenly, family members must grapple with grief and loss, and also an onslaught of financial, legal and organizational issues. How can you plan ahead—as a family, or as a family enterprise (business, foundation, family…
When a Loved One Dies: Dealing with Family Dynamics (Part 1 of 2)
This past January, my dad’s health went downhill. On our annual father/daughter trip to Aruba, we stepped off the plane into the warm tropical air, and he asked me to take him to the hospital. He had fluid on the lung that had started ‘squeezing’ his heart and making breathing difficult. Instead of sipping margaritas…
Remember When? Family Stories Passed through Generations
One of my favorite things when I travel for business is a destination that includes a visit with one of my nephews. This time it was San Francisco and dinner with my oldest nephew. World Series game 6, delicious food, and great conversation – a winning combination! My nephew is 24 and works for a…