A recent House of Commons recommendation has people talking about the connection between religion and philanthropy.

Some major donors who feel compelled to give based on their faith report a sense of alienation from their non-religious peers, to the extent that they may avoid talking about their religion when it comes to philanthropic activities.

How can wealth stewards work through complex questions when faith and giving intersect? We sat down with Ann Rosenfield of Charitably Speaking and consultants Irshad Osman and Lori Guenther Reesor for their insights.

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