Justice Matters Forum: Charitable Giving in a New Legal Era
As new charitable giving laws take effect in 2026, legal and philanthropic professionals face a shifting landscape that impacts donors, nonprofits, and the communities they serve. This 1 CLE credit program* will explore how these changes—such as the universal charitable deduction for nonitemizers, new AGI floors, and caps on high-income deductions - affect strategies for sustaining nonprofit funding and advancing equity.
- Equity and Access: How reforms influence everyday donors and legal aid sustainability.
- Strategic Giving: Tools and tactics for maximizing impact under new rules.
- Compliance and Ethics: Best practices for advisors guiding charitable contributions.
- Advocacy: Opportunities for the legal community to champion fairness in philanthropy.
Date: February 11, 2026
Time: 4:00 – 5:00 PM, followed by a reception from 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Three Logan Square, 1717 Arch Street, Suite 3500, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Speakers:
Kayci D. Petenko, Esq., Archer & Greiner
Noel A. Fleming, Esq., Archer & Greiner
Karen Wawrzaszek, Northern Trust
Timothy E. Horn, Esq., Archer & Greiner
*Pending Approval