Unlike universities or medical centers, businesses are always at risk of moving. But by focusing on anchoring strategies—rather than on the institutions themselves—we can see how businesses can play constructive roles in building wealth and health in their communities.
A collective giving approach to philanthropy, often translated into giving circles, brings people together to focus on community needs and community-driven solutions. SSIR publisher Michael Voss speaks with Sara Lomelin, CEO of Philanthropy Together, and Mary Jovanovich of Schwab Charitable about this people-centered approach to philanthropy. A sponsored podcast developed with the support of Schwab Charitable.
Four ways funders of collective impact efforts can help foster trust to strengthen collaboration and achieve greater impact.
Community health workers at the front lines of the pandemic are providing essential care for underserved populations.
Endeavoring to be a good neighbor, Microsoft supplements its data centers with local investments to boost economic and social development. A Field Report from the Summer 2020 issue.
Highlights from the magazine and website.
Asha Curran, chief innovation officer at the 92nd Street Y and director of its Belfer Center for Innovation & Social Impact, discussed the evolution of the grassroots giving movement at our 2018 Data on Purpose conference.
Input from Boston residents changed Union Capital Boston’s rewards program from providing specific material goods to distributing cash in exchange for doing volunteer activities. It also drove the creation of networking events for members. Part of a series produced for SSIR with the support of the Hewlett Foundation.
How philanthropy can support low-income families to build powerful networks and craft policy solutions that reduce poverty in the United States.
An organization’s response to a wide-scale Ebola outbreak provides six lessons in sustainable impact for NGO leaders.
