Philanthropy & Funding
Transformative Philanthropy for Racial Justice
We created the Democracy Frontlines Fund to enable experienced anti-racist organizers to do their crucial work. They taught us how to do philanthropy better.
Tag: Strategic Philanthropy
Podcast
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Crafting an Effective Charitable Giving Plan
Creating a solid strategic plan for charitable giving is a challenging but important process that helps donors ensure their gifts generate the desired impact. What is the best approach? SSIR publisher Michael Voss speaks with Stasia Washington at First Foundation Advisors and Shawn Jensen at Schwab Charitable to find out. A sponsored podcast developed with the support of DAFgiving360.
Philanthropy & Funding
Donor Intent Is Critical to Strategic Philanthropy
Far from constraining foundations, donor intent protects them from short-term thinking and liberates their creativity.
Health
The Psychedelic Revolution in Mental Health
Rick Doblin launched the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies in 1986 to research and advocate for the use of LSD, magic mushrooms, and Ecstasy to treat mental illness. After more than three decades of labor, he has found his moment.
Government
How Can Philanthropy Help Rehabilitate US Democracy?
Those with wealth and privilege are uniquely positioned to support the building and reimagining of our tattered and under-resourced democracy-preserving institutions.
Foundations
How Corporate Philanthropy Buys Influence
Companies use charitable giving to disguise political lobbying.
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Giving Across Generations: Maximizing Impact Through Family Philanthropy
Families that use successful multi-generational giving strategies can make an impact on important issues, foster a tradition of philanthropy, and deepen their relationships. SSIR publisher Michael Voss speaks with Suzanne Wheeler from Mariner Wealth Advisors and Mary Jovanovich from Schwab Charitable. A sponsored podcast developed with the support of DAFgiving360.
Government
How Philanthropy Can Help Governments Accelerate a Real Recovery
Philanthropic dollars can play a unique role in catalyzing the public sector’s transformation toward data-driven leadership and decision-making.
Foundations
How to Make Society’s Risk Capital Riskier
Philanthropy must hire outside the box, write the first check, and take unsolicited applications.
Environment
How Philanthropy Must Address the Climate Emergency
Breaking down silos means starting from intersectionality and emphasizing climate justice.