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A Charity Regulator's Guide to Evaluating Investment Decisions
Audience
Members Only

Topic(s)
Charities

CLE Status
Eligible

Original Production
09/16/2025

Duration
1 hr 5 min

Cost
Members
Included in Membership

Course Description

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the legal frameworks governing investment decisions for estates, trusts, and charitable organizations. Participants will gain insights into the Uniform Prudent Investor Act (UPIA) and the Uniform Prudent Management of Institutional Funds Act (UPMIFA), focusing on their practical applications and implications for fiduciaries. The course will cover essential factors that fiduciaries must consider when making investment decisions, including risk management, time horizons, and the importance of adhering to donor intent. Additionally, attendees will learn how to apply modern portfolio theory to develop effective investment strategies that align with the unique needs of estates and charitable organizations. Through case studies and practical examples, this course aims to equip legal professionals with the knowledge necessary to navigate the complexities of fiduciary investment responsibilities.

Course Objectives
  • Understand the principles of the Uniform Prudent Investor Act (UPIA) and its application to fiduciaries.
  • Identify the key factors and considerations under the Uniform Prudent Management of Institutional Funds Act (UPMIFA).
  • Evaluate investment decisions in the context of estates, trusts, and charitable organizations.
  • Analyze the impact of time horizons on investment strategies for estates and endowments.
  • Apply modern portfolio theory to create effective investment strategies for fiduciaries.
Presenter(s)
Brien Heckman, Stephen Schiestel

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