Occasionally I meet somebody outside of the context of my personal history, and in one way or another, it will become evident to them that I'm wealthy. And they say, "I'll be damned! You're not at all what I would expect." Hearing that always pleases me: I take it as a high compliment. I've had to work hard not to buy into the stereotypes about rich people. And I see those stereotypes everywhere. I want people to make up their mindsnot only about me, but also about other people I know who have moneybased on who they are, based on what they are doing, and based on what they love.

- A young heir interviewed by The Inheritance Project.

About Us

The Inheritance Project explores the emotional and social impact of inherited wealth. The project's mission is fourfold:

To enhance our culture's understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities that inherited wealth brings

To help heirs break the isolation and overcome the taboos surrounding wealth

To show heirs how other inheritors have claimed their personal power and used it to benefit others

To provide networking and educational resources to heirs and professional advisors who work with them

Given the increasing number of men and women who are creating and passing on large estates, it is now more important than ever to examine the emotional legacy that is handed down along with an inheritance. We encourage you to explore this site and discover the many complex issues that surround inheritance.

The Inheritance Project was created in 1992 by Barbara Blouin, Katherine Gibson, and Margaret Kiersted, heirs who share an interest in the emotional consequences of inherited wealth.