2022 : Community
The Generous Aging Boomers Donate More to Non-Profits
Statistics from ACT and other organizations show at least a 25% increase in donations to non-profits within the Park, including those focused on social-services, education and the arts, as well as conservation. Boomers prove to be very generous as they inherit record-breaking wealth from their parents. Many conservation-oriented donors have recognized that they must also address the human needs within the Park.
Influenced Scenarios
Evidence
Resident Leaves Millions to Town
Robert Damoth, 76, passes, leaving $2.5 million to his community, the Cranberry Lake area. It surprises everyone.
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Contributions to Fund for Lake George Significantly Increase
The Fund for Lake George reports a 39 percent increase in individual and family donations from 2013 to 2014. In addition, the total number of gifts increased 30 percent and the number of donors increased 16 percent.
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Martin Bissell Leaves Behind $2M Bissell Fund for Adirondack Foundation
A local store owner in Newcomb gifted the town of Newcomb $2M to be used for revitalization projects with the Adirondack Foundation and parcels of land for the town to utilize.
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For The Generous Aging Boomers Donate More to Non-Profits
For The Generous Aging Boomers Donate More to Non-Profits