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Organizations See Increase In Donations Due To 'Rage Philanthropy'

By Steve Goldstein
Published: Monday, January 22, 2018 - 2:35pm
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The election of Donald Trump sparked protests and greater political polarization.

It has also inspired a new charitable term called “rage philanthropy.” This is defined as giving that is aimed at protecting whatever basic rights and values the president trivializes.

A number of organizations, including the American Civil Liberties Union, have seen an increase in donations.

Will we continue to see this level of giving?

Bethany Maki is vice president of nonprofit strategy for the marketing group PMX.

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