• Media Article

Niti Aayog's Next Mission Is To Use Data To Transform Nutrition In India, Says Avik Sarkar, Analytics Head

  • Source : Analytics India Magazine
  • 1 January 2019
This article reports on Niti Aayog’s new initiative to leverage data for transforming nutrition in India, as articulated by Avik Sarkar, Head of Analytics. It highlights the strategic importance of data-driven approaches in addressing malnutrition and improving public health outcomes across the country. The mission aims to utilize advanced analytics and data science to formulate effective policies and interventions, ultimately fostering a healthier and more nourished population.
  • Paper / Report

Helping Wealth Advisors Increase Philanthropic Impact for High Net Worth Clients

  • Source : Stanford PACS Center
  • 1 January 1970
This research explores how providing financial advisors with resources on philanthropic planning can empower them to better engage high-net-worth clients, thereby increasing philanthropic impact. The core hypothesis is that such resources enhance wealth managers' advising toolkits and strengthen advisor-client relationships. Increased philanthropic impact, in this context, extends beyond just an increase in distributed funds to include an improvement in philanthropy's ability to achieve a donor's desired outcomes. The paper outlines the benefits of integrating philanthropic strategy into wealth management, emphasizing its role in fostering more effective and meaningful charitable giving by high-net-worth individuals.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Where change happens: Community‐level phenomena in social entrepreneurship research

  • Source : Journal of Small Business Management
  • 1 January 1970
This paper investigates the community as a critical locus for social entrepreneurship and its impact. While social entrepreneurship research has advanced understanding of social change, less attention has been paid to where this change materializes. Adopting a wealth creation perspective, the authors evaluate social change by assessing four types of capital generated within communities: physical, financial, human, and social. Based on a review of academic journals and case studies, the study finds evidence of all four community and capital types.
  • Academic / Journal Article

When philanthropy meets advocacy

  • Source : Stanford Social Innovation Review
  • 1 January 1970
This article explores the growing intersection of philanthropy and advocacy, noting an increasing demand for charitable organizations to engage in public policy to advance their causes. The authors, from Bridgespan and Civitas Public Affairs Group, advise philanthropists and nonprofits on effectively integrating advocacy into their work. They propose five critical questions for funders to consider: understanding the rules of engagement, identifying opposition, converting strategy to an opportunity map, crafting messages for new allies, and utilizing new technologies. The piece underscores the importance of strategic and well-informed advocacy efforts for philanthropists seeking to achieve significant societal impact.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Unpacking the role of data in philanthropy: Prospects for an integrated framework

  • Source : ScholarWorks@GVSU
  • 1 January 1970
This article examines the evolving role of data in philanthropy, proposing an integrated framework for its effective use. It discusses how the increased volume and variety of data, coupled with advanced analytics, are transforming philanthropic decision-making. The authors identify key functions of data in philanthropy, including informing strategy, facilitating social learning, and enabling emergence of new insights. They also address considerations regarding power differentials between funders and grantees in data-driven approaches, offering principles for integrating a data perspective into philanthropic practice.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Unlocking finance for social tech start-ups: Is there a new opportunity space?

  • Source : ScienceDirect
  • 1 January 1970
This paper investigates the financing landscape for social tech start-ups, exploring whether a new opportunity space exists for unlocking financial resources for these ventures. It examines various funding mechanisms and challenges unique to social technology enterprises, which aim to address social problems through innovation. The authors likely analyze investment trends, impact investing, and other financial models that can support the growth and scalability of social tech initiatives. The research contributes to understanding how to bridge the funding gap for organizations at the intersection of technology and social impact.
  • Paper / Report

U.S. Foundation Funding for Nonprofit and Philanthropic Infrastructure, 2004-2015

  • Source : Candid Lab
  • 1 January 1970
This Candid Lab report maps U.S. foundation funding for nonprofit and philanthropic infrastructure from 2004 to 2015. It examines the ecosystem of organizations that support and strengthen the work of philanthropy, nonprofits, and civil society globally. The report identifies funding patterns, key players, and the types of infrastructure organizations receiving support, such as those focusing on data, research, capacity building, and collaboration. It aims to provide insights into how funding is allocated to build a robust backbone for addressing critical global challenges.
  • Academic / Journal Article

THE SOCIAL WORK IDEOLOGY INSTITUTIONALIZATION: FROM SOCIAL PHILANTHROPY TO SOCIAL NETWORKING

  • Source : ProQuest
  • 1 January 1970
This article explores the institutionalization of social work ideology, tracing its evolution from social philanthropy to social networking. It likely examines how the theoretical underpinnings and practical applications of social work have shifted over time, reflecting changes in societal needs, technological advancements, and professional methodologies. The discussion may highlight the transition from traditional charitable models to more collaborative and interconnected approaches facilitated by modern networking strategies in social welfare efforts.
  • Academic / Journal Article

The role of social capital in transnational elite philanthropy: the example of the American Friends groups of French cultural institutions

  • Source : Oxford University Press
  • 1 January 1970
This article investigates the role of social capital in transnational elite philanthropy, specifically focusing on American Friends groups supporting French cultural institutions. It examines how these organizations leverage social capital, both narrow ("entre-soi") and broad, to mobilize and engage donors. The study highlights the challenges and strategies involved in fundraising across borders, emphasizing the balance required to maintain exclusivity while expanding networks to reach diverse elite groups and secure philanthropic support for cultural initiatives.
  • Academic / Journal Article

The Relative Separation and Integration of Philanthropy and Social Security System

  • Source : MDPI
  • 1 January 1970
This paper explores the relationship between philanthropy and innovation management systems, focusing on how philanthropy, as a high form of corporate social responsibility, influences innovation. It highlights that in an era of open and collaborative innovation, organizations’ success is increasingly tied to external stakeholder connections, including governments and customers. Philanthropy, encompassing donations of money, in-kind resources, or services for social support and poverty alleviation, plays a crucial role in garnering support and driving innovation. The article suggests that effective philanthropic engagement, when integrated into business strategies, can foster positive outcomes for both enterprises and society.
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