Big Bets for the Long Haul
How to help big bet philanthropy lead to even bigger social change down the road
How to help big bet philanthropy lead to even bigger social change down the road
Dramatic advances in the scale and sophistication of strategic philanthropy have not improved societal conditions at a national level. We propose empowerment philanthropy as a new approach to fostering political and economic self-determination by supporting people in finding their own solutions and ensuring an effective multiracial democracy.
From climate change to national security threats, the problems we face in the world are too big for government to solve alone. Public-private partnerships demonstrate how government can collaborate with the private sector to catalyze and scale innovation.
The Trust for Public Land developed a framework to build community power through the creation and stewardship of green spaces. Our work demonstrates the power of parks to enrich democracy. | Open access to this article is made possible by The Trust for Public Land.
A new government program in India is training women to become agricultural drone pilots to increase their financial security and modernize farming.
For the past two decades, the Jed Foundation has led the fight to address the mental health crisis among American youth. Its story highlights the importance of addressing the cultural causes of the mental health crisis through systems change. | Open access to this article is made possible by the Jed Foundation
The future of money may be digital, but we must not underestimate the resilience and freedom that cash offers.
Government agencies are more likely to incorporate effective interventions if they apply to activities they are already doing.
Private companies and public institutions struggle to get as much done together as private companies working together in groups.
In Supercommunicators, Charles Duhigg presents an actionable guide to better communication, albeit one without groundbreaking insight.