How the Wall Street meltdown could slow charitable giving

The World

Fall is the planning and giving season for individuals and corporations to the non-profit and foundations worlds. How much will the Wall Street meltdown erode donations and the social safety net? Guests: Stacy Palmer, editor of the Chronicle of Philanthropy, Mark Shamley, president of American Association of Corporate Contribution Professionals, and Stephen Dubner, co-author of the Freakonomics book and blog

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