Philanthropy

Philanthropists need to acknowledge the challenges nonprofits face in reporting succinct and compelling outcomes, and to avoid celebrating simplistic claims.

Podcast

Debating the Role of Philanthropy in Democracy

Featuring Reed Hastings, Rob Reich, & Darren Walker

Rob Reich moderates a discussion with Reed Hastings and Darren Walker on the tension between individual or institutional philanthropy and democratic societies.

Digital Currencies and Blockchain in the Social Sector

By David Lehr & Paul Lamb 15

How decentralized technologies are transforming philanthropy and NGO work.

A Conversation with Rockefeller Foundation’s Rajiv Shah

By David Johnson and Rajiv Shah 11

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.

Government

Want Your Big Bet to Pay Off? Don’t Forget About Government Capacity

By Andrew Stern 1

Why global philanthropists can no longer afford to overlook the importance of supporting government capacity in developing countries—and what they can do about it.

Philanthropy & Funding

To Change the System, Look Outside the System

By Jeff Walker, Vanessa Kirsch, & Jim Bildner 3

Emerging organizations, even if they’re new and small, can help catalyze change in social services.

Organizational Development

A Mismatch in Philanthropic Interest and Support

By Caitriona Fay 8

Donors say that organizational governance and competence are critical factors in determining where their grants flow. So why aren’t they putting their money where their mouths are?