The world of philanthropy continues to buzz about the Giving Pledge and the growing number of wealthy families who are publicly committing to giving away the majority of their wealth. The conversation is truly democracy in action. Americans are gathering together around an idea that inspires them and freely giving of themselves. They’re choosing to [...]
Category: philanthropy
Happy National Philanthropy Day
It's National Philanthropy Day today. Go out and be generous and thank others for their generosity! And while you're at it, thank an entrepreneur. A recent study from Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund showed that, amongst other statistics, "companies led by entrepreneurs allocate more than twice the percentage of their profits to charity than many of America's [...]
What Donors Want, Part Umpteen
More research and arguments on donor motivation
Creating a Trusted Community Giving Center pt. 4
Creating a trusted community philanthropy resource - it's about meaning more than effectiveness
Tony Macklin 