• Book

Social Finance: Financing Change, Changing Finance

  • Source : Handbook of Sustainable Finance
  • 1 January 1970
This chapter surveys various mechanisms of social finance, including impact investing, socially responsible investing (SRI), and social enterprise lending, tracing its evolution from pure philanthropy to market-based capital models. It discusses how earned income fosters sustainability and scale, advocating for performance metrics that effectively balance both social and financial returns. The author calls for a comprehensive approach to social finance that leverages diverse capital sources for sustained social impact.
  • Academic / Journal Article

More than just funding: Philanthropy and service innovation: Sacred Heart Mission's journey to social inclusion

  • Source : search.informit.org
  • 1 January 1970
This article examines Sacred Heart Mission’s journey towards social inclusion, focusing on how philanthropy has contributed to service innovation beyond mere funding. It likely explores the strategic role of philanthropic support in enabling organizations to develop, test, and scale new approaches to social challenges. The authors delve into how partnerships with funders have fostered innovation in service delivery, improved program effectiveness, and facilitated broader systemic change for social inclusion. It highlights the transformative potential of engaged philanthropy that extends beyond financial transactions.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Models of social change: Community foundations and agenda setting

  • Source : scholarworks.gvsu.edu
  • 1 January 1970
This article explores various models of social change and examines the role of community foundations in agenda setting. It investigates how these foundations influence and shape community development initiatives. The authors likely discuss different theoretical frameworks for social change, analyze the unique position of community foundations in identifying needs and priorities, and assess their strategies for galvanizing resources and stakeholders to address complex societal issues. The research provides insights into the operational and strategic influence of community foundations in driving local and regional change.
  • Case Study

MIRA-Growing a Micro-Philanthropy Platform

  • Source : SMU Libraries
  • 1 January 1970
This paper explores the intersection of millennials, faith, and philanthropy, examining the generation’s characteristics and their implications for charitable giving. It discusses various perceptions of millennials, ranging from altruistic to materialistic, and highlights their diversity, education, social tolerance, and digital native identity. The article delves into the complexities of millennial engagement with philanthropy, considering their desire for work with meaning beyond a paycheck, while also acknowledging research on their levels of narcissism versus optimism. It suggests that engaging with millennials in philanthropy can be a mutually transformative experience.
  • Paper / Report

Leveraging Privilege: Organizing Young People with Wealth to Support Social Justice

  • Source : SMU Libraries
  • 1 January 1970
This report examines the mechanisms and strategies through which philanthropy acts as a catalyst for change in specific Southeast Asian countries. It likely explores the diverse forms of philanthropic giving in the region, including corporate, family, and individual philanthropy, and their impact on various social and economic sectors. The content probably analyzes the unique contexts, challenges, and opportunities that shape philanthropic practices in these nations, offering insights into effective approaches for leveraging philanthropic resources for sustainable development and social progress.
  • Paper / Report

International philanthropy in Southeast Asia: Case studies from Indonesia and the Philippines

  • Source : CiteSeerX
  • 1 January 1970
This article surveys the evolving landscape of philanthropy in Southeast Asia, influenced by global and local factors and diverse notions of charity, development, and business. It highlights that despite a weak enabling environment, "home-grown" philanthropy is emerging. Through case studies from Indonesia and the Philippines, the paper reveals that a country’s economic development and individual income are poor predictors of donations in the region. It also notes the nascent institutionalization of giving and the unique, more developed philanthropic sector in the Philippines.
  • Paper / Report

India Giving: Insights into the nature of giving across India

  • Source : CAF
  • 1 January 1970
This report offers comprehensive insights into India's charitable giving, based on foundations and household surveys. It examines motivations, modes of giving (cash, in-kind, volunteering), regional variations, and barriers such as lack of transparency and trust. The analysis provides data-driven recommendations to strengthen India’s philanthropic ecosystem by promoting informed giving, enhancing governance, and aligning donor intent with social outcomes.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Impact of Venture Philanthropy on Foundations and Nonprofits in the US

  • Source : Nihon University
  • 1 January 1970
This paper examines the effectiveness of venture philanthropy in addressing the historically ineffective relationship between foundations and nonprofits in the US. It argues that venture philanthropy, adapted from venture capital investment, offers a solution by emphasizing "management" and organizational development for both foundations and nonprofits. Through a case study, the paper explores critical factors faced by contemporary venture philanthropists, showing how this approach supports new venture creations and encourages foundations to invest in the organizational rather than solely programmatic needs of nonprofits to enhance the social sector’s development.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Human potential, wellbeing and philanthropy, a philosophico-economic inquiry

  • Source : CiteseerX via MA Choudhury
  • 1 January 1970
This paper presents a philosophical and economic examination of philanthropy’s role in human potential and wellbeing. It integrates Islamic concepts of Tawhid with economic epistemology, arguing that philanthropy should transcend material exchange and align with moral and spiritual development. Through a critical review of existing models and non-parametric analyses, the author outlines a system-oriented framework connecting ethical purpose, economic behavior, and individual human flourishing.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Health Status of Marginalized Groups in India

  • Source : ResearchGate
  • 1 January 1970
This paper analyzes the poor health status of marginalized groups in India, including women, children, scheduled castes, scheduled tribes, persons with disabilities, and migrants. It highlights the discrimination and exploitation these groups face, particularly regarding healthcare access. The study identifies structural factors, age, disability, mobility, and stigma as barriers. It emphasizes that multiple identities can lead to compounded discrimination, for instance, disabled women facing double disadvantage. Based on secondary sources, the paper concludes that these groups experience significantly poorer health outcomes compared to the general population due to rights violations and lack of proper medical attention.
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