• Paper / Report

Moving a public policy Agenda

  • Source : National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy (NCRP)
  • May 2026
This report examines the strategic philanthropic endeavors of conservative foundations, detailing how they have effectively channeled resources to advance specific public policy objectives, such as smaller government and unregulated markets. It highlights the concentrated efforts of a select group of conservative foundations in building institutions and training scholars to push an ideological agenda. The analysis prompts reflection among mainstream philanthropic organizations regarding their own approaches to policy engagement and the potential for a more assertive, value-driven stance to counterbalance conservative influence.
  • Paper / Report

Maximizing Blended Value– Building Beyond the Blended Value Map to Sustainable Investing, Philanthropy and Organizations

  • Source : Community-Wealth.org
This report expands on the concept of blended value, integrating social, environmental, and economic returns into a unified investment approach. It challenges the separation between nonprofit and for-profit models by illustrating how all organizations, regardless of structure, can create value that transcends purely financial metrics. The authors argue for a more systemic and integrated view of investment and philanthropy, showing how sustainability goals can be embedded into strategic decisions. The document provides frameworks and examples that help philanthropists, social entrepreneurs, and investors understand how to maximize blended value through innovative, cross-sector approaches.
  • Academic / Journal Article

In defense of strategic philanthropy

  • Source : JSTOR
  • May 2026
This article defends strategic philanthropy by refuting common objections and addressing the practical barriers to its adoption. It highlights that many donors and foundations are unaware of strategic philanthropy or lack the time and expertise to implement it effectively. The author suggests that while the theoretical arguments for strategic philanthropy are strong, the real challenge lies in behavior change. The piece implicitly calls for making strategic philanthropy easier and more accessible to encourage its widespread practice among philanthropists.
  • Paper / Report

Global institutional Philanthropy

  • Source : WINGS
This report explores the global architecture of institutional philanthropy, analyzing trends, regional differences, and sectoral approaches. It identifies how philanthropic institutions are evolving in governance, strategy, and accountability, with a focus on transparency and cross-border collaboration. The study includes comparative data and case studies across geographies, aiming to promote shared learning and improved practices in global philanthropy
  • Academic / Journal Article

Entrepreneurial Solutions for Social Challenges: The Promise of Social Entrepreneurship and Strategic Philanthropy (HEC 2005)

  • Source : SSRN
This paper discusses the potential of combining social entrepreneurship with strategic philanthropy to address pressing social challenges. The author argues that integrating entrepreneurial thinking with philanthropic efforts can create scalable and sustainable solutions for complex problems. It explores how entrepreneurs are increasingly leveraging their skills to develop innovative models that bridge the gap between social impact and financial viability. The paper emphasizes the importance of using entrepreneurial tools to increase the effectiveness of philanthropy, highlighting how such an approach leads to long-term solutions rather than short-term aid. This fusion is presented as essential for systemic change.
  • Book

Education and social change: Themes in the history of American schooling

  • Source : Taylor & Francis eBooks
This paper explores how Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) are presented as democratizing philanthropy. It discusses the tension between philanthropy as a democratic expression and a potential threat to democracy. Authors Scott Jackson and Ann Wheatley Canela argue that DAFs, especially those with low minimums like Growfund, can increase racial and socioeconomic diversity in philanthropy. They suggest democratization means expanding access, transforming power dynamics in decision-making, and reconsidering the definition of philanthropy itself.
  • Book

Deborah McCarthy, eds. 2005. Foundations for Social Change: Critical Perspectives on Philanthropy and Popular Movements

  • Source : Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
This book, "Data Science for Social Good: Philanthropy and Social Impact in a Complex World," explores the application of data science methodologies to address complex social challenges and enhance philanthropic initiatives. It likely covers how data analysis, machine learning, and other data-driven approaches can be leveraged to optimize social impact, improve decision-making in philanthropy, and develop more effective solutions for societal problems. The publication delves into the potential of data science to foster innovation and create scalable, sustainable interventions in the social sector.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Corporations, stakeholders and sustainable development I: a theoretical exploration of business–society relations

  • Source : Jstor
This thematic issue explores the evolving concept of corporate social responsibility (CSR), acknowledging its increasing prominence in both academic and practical spheres globally since the 1960s. The authors provide an overview of CSR research published in the Academy of Management Journal over nearly six decades, showcasing the expanding breadth and depth of this literature. The aim is to highlight emerging avenues for understanding how corporations conceptualize and enact their societal obligations beyond shareholder value, encouraging further rigorous inquiry into this complex field.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Corporate reputation and philanthropy: An empirical analysis

  • Source : Springer
  • May 2026
This empirical analysis investigates the relationship between corporate reputation and philanthropic activities. It examines how a company’s charitable giving influences its public perception and reputation, and conversely, how existing reputation might shape philanthropic strategies. The study likely uses data to demonstrate the dynamics between these two aspects of corporate social engagement.
  • Book

Challenging Grantmakers to strengthen communities

  • Source : Wiley
This paper will help philanthropic executives and trustees explore three innovative strategies to achieve greater results with their limited grant dollars. It distills findings from more than 400 pages of research amassed over three years as part of the National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy's Grantmaking for Community Impact Project. The paper provides solid evidence of the impacts of foundation-funded policy advocacy, community organ- izing and civic engagement. It explains how these strate- gies create stronger communities and why they are suc- cessful.
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