Giving in the Light of Reason
Will the Open Philanthropy Project’s experiment in effective altruism validate the cause or demonstrate its hubris? Open access to this article is made possible by an underwriter.
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Mitigating Challenges in Multigenerational Giving
Multigenerational philanthropy offers opportunities for strengthening personal bonds and creating social impact, but families must be aware of common challenges and have a plan to address them.
Early, Patient, Nimble Philanthropy Can Make or Break Public-Private Partnerships
A look at how private long-term investment can help spur public engagement—and lead to policy change and impact—in environmental conservation and beyond.
How Nonprofit Boards Can Start the Merger Conversation
There are six moments in every organization’s business cycle that are ripe for discussion around how mergers and alliances can advance mission and impact.
A Conversation with Rockefeller Foundation’s Rajiv Shah
The former USAID administrator, and president of one of the United States’ largest foundations, reflects on the role of philanthropy in times of austerity and the greatest challenges Rockefeller is undertaking both domestically and abroad.
To Change the System, Look Outside the System
Emerging organizations, even if they’re new and small, can help catalyze change in social services.
Paid in Full
How to reorient philanthropic investments for justice-oriented collective action and impact.
Podcast
Shifting Philanthropy to a Justice-Minded Approach
Brian Barnes and Dorian Burton, co-founders of TandemEd, discuss why philanthropy needs a new framework that grounds giving in “justice” rather than “charity.”
Speaking Out When Our Values Are in Play
Five critical questions to guide the work of nonprofit communicators.