New national giving trends highlight impact of Idaho philanthropy
The Greater Coeur d'Alene Community Foundation presents a check to Special Needs Recreation. Back row from left, Sue Thilo, Heidi Rogers and Suzanne Knutson. Front row from left, Bill Pfinsgraff, Jody Azevedo, Lindsay Patterson, and Emma Hoagland.
Photo courtesy Idaho Community Foundation
New data from Giving USA shows that charitable giving continues to grow, with total giving rising 3.1% in 2025 when adjusted for inflation.
At the same time, one of the most notable shifts is a 19% increase in giving through bequests — a signal that more Americans are choosing to make philanthropy part of their long-term legacy, a press release said.
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