Book Excerpts Excerpts from books on social innovation

Creating Your Philanthropist Strategy

By Kris Putnam-Walkerly

An excerpt from Delusional Altruism explains how philanthropists are often fooled by their own efforts.

Leading With Humanity

By Lisa Zola Greer 1

An excerpt from Philanthropy Revolution examines what it means if fundraisers privilege a different set of values in courting a new generation of donors.

Interaction Fields

By Erich Joachimsthaler

A new book examines the future of business that promotes the creation of shared value.

When the System Is at Risk, Cocreate to Win

By Judy Samuelson

The Six New Rules of Business offers a path forward for business leaders who aim to do good in the world.

Nations Pursuing a Well-Being Approach 

By Alonzo Plough

A new book proposes a framework for thinking about well-being to promote racial equity.