Investing in Africa
Thomas Barry, founder of the Zephyr Management investment firm, discusses widespread opportunities for private equity investment in Africa.
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Learning From Paul Brest’s Leadership at Hewlett
Philanthropy needs senior leaders who see themselves as student-leaders striving to help the field grapple with the difficult challenges it faces.
Nonprofit, For-profit, or Something in Between?
Before answering structure and capital questions, think through your venture, your value proposition, your motivation, and your definition of success.
An Opportunity to Bolster Development Through Tax Collection
Tax revenue allows governments to provide the services and public goods their citizens need; however citizens don't always pay their fair share. Why?
From the Field: Empowering the Deaf with Dignity
Social enterprise Mirakle Couriers offers standard courier services and employs only deaf adults.
Apple Announces 10K Employee Matching Gift Program
Apple's employee matching gift program is a great first step, but it still has a ways to go.
How Simon Greer Became a Lover, Not a Fighter
An interview with Simon Greer before starting as president of the Nathan Cummings Foundation.
How Nonprofit Networks Are Raising the Bar on Results
Nine of the ten largest US nonprofits are networks, with multiple affiliates across the country striving for significant impact.
Friendraising Versus Slacktivism
Unmotivated donors didn’t materialize out of the ether when social media started taking over the world.
Effective Partnerships
How local governments and nonprofits can work together for large-scale community change.