Philanthropy & Funding
Slow Philanthropy
Amid much discussion about the future of philanthropy, one mystery deserves more attention: Why does the giving of so many ultra-wealthy people lag far behind the aspirations they express?
Amid much discussion about the future of philanthropy, one mystery deserves more attention: Why does the giving of so many ultra-wealthy people lag far behind the aspirations they express?
While conflict is a natural part of any relationship, family philanthropies must manage it well to ensure internal issues are not a barrier to impact. What are the best ways to anticipate and deal with disagreements when they arise? Three leaders with experience in the field share their perspectives. A sponsored podcast developed with the support of DAFgiving360
How have nonprofits adapted their strategies to help mitigate climate change? How can donors best support climate solutions? Leaders from the One Acre Fund and The Nature Conservancy discuss how climate change is shaping their work and ways philanthropy can step in with catalytic funding. A sponsored podcast developed with the support of DAFgiving360
Food pantries across the United States are experiencing rising demand and shrinking resources. Guests in this episode discuss these challenges, US public policy to alleviate hunger, and how donors can support food pantries and anti-hunger organizations in a time of increased need and economic uncertainties. A sponsored podcast developed with the support of DAFgiving360
What do nonprofit advocacy efforts look like, and how can donors support advocacy work on social issues they care about? Kenneth G. Hodder, former national commander of the Salvation Army, and Debby Bielak, a partner at the Bridgespan Group, join DAFgiving360’s Fred Kaynor and SSIR editor Barbara Wheeler-Bride to discuss how elections impact charitable giving and how nonprofits can tap into the energy of the political environment to fund their mission. A sponsored podcast developed with the support of DAFgiving360
How do nonprofits and their donors define and measure impact? Kimberly Pfeifer of Oxfam America, Stephanie Gillis of Raikes Foundation, and Fred Kaynor of DAFgiving360 join SSIR editor Barbara Wheeler-Bride to share their perspectives on social impact and tracking philanthropic success. A sponsored podcast developed with the support of DAFgiving360
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Previewing one of the great debates of the coming decade.
Commercial national charities and community foundations should refuse requests by donor-advisors to give to hate groups.