Is Fair Good Enough?

By Glenn Parrish

As Fair Trade USA changes its certification standards, a tempest is brewing among those in the coffee industry who see technology and transparency as the means to lift farmers out of poverty.

Philanthropy

False Dichotomies

By Matthew Bishop & Michael Green

Philanthrocapitalists are vital to moving beyond blame-game rhetoric to try to figure out solutions to the world’s problems.

Philanthropy

Philanthrocapitalism Is Not Social Change Philanthropy

By Kavita Ramdas

Too few philanthrocapitalists are asking themselves hard questions about a model of economic growth that has made their acquisition of wealth possible.

Five Ways to Ensure That Your Strategy Falls Short

By Anne Sherman & Paul Connolly

Why do so many foundation and nonprofit strategies go amiss?

Arts Funding Promotes Neighborhood Vibrancy

By Kelly Kleiman 1

The argument that the arts are an economic engine (true or false) is unpersuasive.

Prime Time in Afghanistan

By Tom Freston

An interview with Tom Freston, chairman of the ONE Campaign.

Innovating for a Better City

By Michael Bloomberg 1

The need for local government innovation is now greater than ever.

A New Model for Philanthropy

By Blake Mycoskie 3

Through a simple purchase, a consumer is making a direct impact on someone’s life around the globe.

Social or Cultural Entrepreneurship: An Argument for a New Distinction

By Courtney E. Martin & Lisa Witter 12

A look at the difference between cultural and social entrepreneurship.