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Donor Privacy in the Wake of DobbsDonor Privacy in the Wake of Dobbs

Clients may want to remain anonymous when making charitable gifts.

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Since the drafting of the Constitution, American society has thrived under the right to associate freely. When social and political issues are at the forefront of the public discourse, Americans often respond with voluntary action and charitable giving, coming together to support their side of any given cause. This right to associate is a mechanism, separate from government, that allows Americans to express their views and advance their version of the public good. And often, whether because the cause is controversial or simply because the donor values anonymous giving, the ability to support causes anonymously as a donor or volunteer is critical to protecting the first amendment freedom to associate.

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About the Authors

Sara Barba

Principal, Integer, LLC

Sara Barba is a Principal at Integer, LLC.

Prior to Integer, Sara was Vice President at Urban Swirski & Associates, LLC and held several positions with Members of Congress, including Representative Mike Coffman (R-CO) and Senator Roy Blunt (R-MO). She worked both in district and in Washington, DC, where she supported policy, communications and field staff.

Sara graduated with honors from the University of Missouri, Columbia, with bachelor’s degrees in Journalism and Political Science, and she is a master's candidate at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. She is a skilled writer and editor, and has additional experience working as a writing tutor and newspaper reporter.

Elizabeth McGuigan

Senior Director, Philanthropy Roundtable

Elizabeth McGuigan is senior director of policy and government affairs at Philanthropy Roundtable in Washington, D.C.