Passing the Torch on Impact Investing
An introduction to the recently released book New Frontiers of Philanthropy.
Philanthropy - Articles
Innovative ideas for donors, foundation leaders, and philanthropists (more)
Getting Beyond Hype: Four Questions to Predict Real Impact
A simple way to think about investment and design.
Disrupting the Textbook Status Quo
Philanthropy can help educators find, create, and demand better options for students.
The Rockefeller Foundation’s Hand in Hobby Lobby
The Supreme Court’s reasoning and decision in Hobby Lobby should make the foundation reflect on the relative wisdom of its initiative to blend the nonprofit and for-profit sectors.
Making a Graceful Exit
Recommendations for foundations seeking to exit a program area or close down responsibly.
Three More Ways to Engage Millennial Donors
How strategic use of social media, project-based donations, and peer-to-peer fundraising can build a base of millennial supporters.
A New Vision for Funding Science
Philanthropic investment can close the funding gap between science research and the commercialization of science-based products.
A Good Ending
Leaders at the Atlantic Philanthropies are modeling best practices for winding down a large, high-profile foundation. Includes magazine extras.
Equal Effort
Behind the recent advance of gay marriage rights lies a decade of careful planning and diligent collaboration. Includes magazine extras.
As Giving Goes Global
Philanthropic activity is increasing worldwide in ways that reflect a shared ethos of humanitarian "virtue."