Big and Fast Is Not Better
Building relationships with grassroots organizations that advocate for human rights-based development takes time, but without investing in them, philanthropy is likely to stumble. The case of Haiti is instructive.
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The Eurozone’s Great Big Network Crisis
Conflicts are inevitable when groups (or countries) harness the power of networked action; it’s up to leaders to plan for the worst to achieve the best.
Five Lessons for New Philanthropists
Before tackling complex social problems, new philanthropists should consider what current philanthropists have learned about how to “hack.”
Business Growth for Good: Why Context Matters
Corporations can achieve growth in emerging markets by investing in and organizing around sustainable and inclusive business activities.
The New Social Innovators
How the next generation of funders and social entrepreneurs are already taking cues from tech to “hack” the world’s most pressing social problems.
Is Sean Parker the Daenerys Targaryen of Philanthropy?
Like Game of Thrones’ “Dany” Targaryen, entrepreneur Sean Parker is intent on replacing what he sees as a broken and oppressive system with something better.
Overcoming the Fear Factor in Nonprofit Decision-Making
Nonprofits have the potential to achieve far more by decentralizing and clarifying power and decision-making within their organizations.
Why Fundraising in Rounds Works
Setting specific periods for reaching out to donors can help nonprofits stay focused on their goals and balance fundraising efforts with the work of the organization.
The Digital Future of Corporate Responsibility
How the Internet of Everything can help solve four fundamental corporate responsibility challenges.
Using Brands for Impact
Social sector brands are more than logos on annual reports; they are tools to drive impact.