US Charitable Giving Reaches an All-time High

Americans donated more to charity in this past year than in any prior year. $410.02 billion.

The data from Indiana University showed a 5.2% increase in giving in 2017 over 2016 (3% when adjusted for inflation). And, 70% of that giving was from individuals.

Giving to nearly all categories of charities experienced significant growth, and giving to foundations achieved a double-digit growth rate, said Una Osili, Ph.D., associate dean for research and international programs at the Indiana...