Wealth in Families takes a fresh look at family issues and philanthropic opportunities that affect almost everyone. "The real wealth of your family is not financial," says author Charles W. Collier, senior philanthropic adviser at Harvard University. Building on this basic premise, he emphasizes that there are in fact four dimensions of family wealth (human, intellectual, social, and financial), and he describes what families need to know and do to enhance the individual life journeys of each family member. "Ultimately," he continues, "financial planning should focus on questions of 'why' before even considering the techniques of 'how' to get the job done."

This short, highly readable volume, published by Harvard University, includes interviews with alumni and experts on family wealth. Collier helps readers answer the "why" questions, offering both a practical guide and a philosophical look at the meaning and purpose of family wealth.

For further information, read an interview with author Charles W. Collier on "Dealing Effectively with Your Family's Wealth." To obtain copies of Wealth in Families, please contact Paul Hardy at (617) 495-0300.

"As one who has experienced the positive impact of philanthropy on my own family, I hope that Wealth in Families will be widely distributed within the Harvard community."

– Robert G. Stone, Jr. '45
(from the foreword to Wealth in Families)