• Academic / Journal Article

Can philanthropy be taught?

  • Source : SAGE Publications
  • 1 January 1970
This study explores the efficacy of experiential philanthropy as a pedagogical strategy in higher education. It examines whether this innovative approach, which involves students studying social problems, analyzing non-profits, and making funding decisions, quantifiably impacts student learning and personal development. The research investigates learning outcomes associated with experiential philanthropy, seeking to demonstrate its capacity to integrate academic learning with community engagement and teach students to evaluate philanthropic responses to social issues. Findings indicate that this method enhances students’ appreciation of societal issues.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Bridging Philanthropy and Rights

  • Source : Sur - International Journal on Human Rights
  • 1 January 1970
This article argues for closing the gap between development and human rights funding in the Global South, a shift observed in the Global North. While philanthropy in India often prioritizes development, human rights issues are frequently relegated. The authors contend that both philanthropic foundations and activists share responsibility for this bridge-building. They highlight the need for foundations to diversify perspectives and adopt rights-based approaches, and for activists to articulate human rights concerns in language accessible to funders, acknowledging existing power dynamics to foster impactful partnerships.
  • Book

Book Review: Meenaz Kassam, Femida Handy and Emily Janson, Philanthropy in India: Promise to Practice

  • Source : SAGE Journals
  • 1 January 1970
This book review highlights "Philanthropy in India: Promise to Practice" by Meenaz Kassam, Femida Handy, and Emily Janson. The book offers a vivid sociological and empirical account of India’s long-standing philanthropic traditions, rooted in religious concepts like ‘daan.’ It contrasts Indian practices with those in other countries, documenting government policies influencing philanthropy and identifying successful strategies. The authors provide unique insights into the cultural context and evolving landscape of giving in India, making it a valuable resource for understanding the complexities and nuances of philanthropy within the subcontinent.
  • Book

Review of What Is Philanthropy?

  • Source : Journal of Public Affairs Education
  • 1 January 1970
Nickels reviews Salvatore Alaimo's What Is Philanthropy?, noting its strengths in clarifying definitions and taxonomies, but also its limitations in engaging critically with power and equity. She recommends integrating more diverse perspectives and addressing philanthropic accountability to hearten future scholarship on civil society. The review calls for a more nuanced and critical examination of philanthropy, moving beyond mere definitions to explore its broader societal implications, particularly concerning issues of power dynamics and equitable distribution of resources. It advocates for scholarship that challenges conventional understandings and promotes greater accountability within the philanthropic sector.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Resourcing Global LGBTI Movements: Systems Philanthropy for Social Justice

  • Source : Columbia University Press
  • 1 January 1970
Heman investigates how global funders support LGBTI movements, applying the principles of systems philanthropy. The study advocates for structural investments that focus on sustaining networks, shifting societal norms, and building leadership capabilities across diverse global contexts. Through a combination of mixed-methods research and detailed case studies, Heman provides frameworks for funders to integrate justice-centered systems thinking into their global human rights efforts. This approach emphasizes understanding the interconnectedness of issues and designing holistic interventions that address root causes, fostering long-term social change and empowering LGBTI communities worldwide through strategic and systemic philanthropic engagement.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Beyond Funding: Leveraging Your Full Philanthropic Toolkit

  • Source : Stanford PACS Center on Philanthropy and Civil Society
  • 1 January 1970
This article explores diverse strategies philanthropists can use beyond traditional financial contributions to maximize their impact. It delves into alternative philanthropic tools, emphasizing the importance of capacity building, collaborative funding, and leveraging non-monetary resources. The piece highlights how effective philanthropists engage in sustained and significant support for organizations aligned with their missions. It also serves as a toolkit for high-capacity donors and their advisors, guiding them through philanthropic planning, goal setting, due diligence, and continuous learning to ensure their contributions foster positive social and environmental change.
  • Book

Behavioral Dimensions of Islamic Philanthropy: The Case of Zakat

  • Source : Springer International Publishing
  • 1 January 1970
This chapter examines the behavioral aspects of individual Islamic donors in their practice of zakat, a specific religious contribution. It aims to provide a fundamental understanding of the factors influencing their giving behavior, including triggers, motivators, traits, attributes, and preferences. The study uses hierarchical cluster analysis to develop psychographic profiles of these donors, highlighting the diversity among them. It emphasizes the need to consider this diversity when developing principles, regulatory standards, institutional infrastructure, and governance models for the Islamic social finance sector, particularly concerning zakat. The research contributes to optimizing zakat management for community welfare.
  • Blog

Barbs, Jabs, and the Roles of Community Foundations

  • Source : The centre for Effective philanthropy
  • 1 January 1970
Phil Buchanan, President of the Center for Effective Philanthropy (CEP), discusses the evolving roles and challenges faced by community foundations. He addresses critiques and emphasizes their critical importance in responding to local needs and fostering community engagement. Buchanan advocates for these foundations to adopt adaptive strategies to maintain effectiveness within the dynamic philanthropic landscape. The blog highlights the unique position of community foundations in bridging resources and local issues, underscoring their potential for impact despite increasing scrutiny and changing expectations from various stakeholders.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Audacious philanthropy

  • Source : Harvard Business Review
  • 1 January 1970
In "Audacious Philanthropy," the authors examine significant social-impact successes from the past century, highlighting ambitious philanthropic initiatives that have achieved profound societal change. Examples include the eradication of polio and the legalization of same-sex marriage in the United States. The article analyzes the strategies and characteristics of these impactful philanthropic endeavors, suggesting that bold, strategic, and often collaborative approaches are crucial for addressing complex social challenges and driving transformative outcomes on a large scale, moving beyond conventional charitable giving.
  • Academic / Journal Article

An Evaluation of the Quality of Corporate Social Responsibility Reports by Some of the World's Largest Financial Institutions

  • Source : Jstor
  • 1 January 1970
This study evaluates the quality and comprehensiveness of 104 CSR reports from the world’s largest financial institutions in 2012. It reveals that legal factors and a country’s CSR environment significantly influence reporting quality, with common law countries showing higher quality. Firm size does not impact overall quality, but larger firms report better on philanthropy and bribery. Common law traditions, robust legal regimes, and high CSR standards correlate with better bribery and corruption reporting, while CSR-minded and low-quality legal environments yield higher quality philanthropy reporting.
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